Psalms 119:89

What does Psalms 119:89 mean?

A plain-English look at Psalms 119:89 in WEB alongside six other public-domain English translations, with cross-references and chapter context.

Parallel translations

WEB

World English Bible · 2000

For ever, O Jehovah, Thy word is settled in heaven.

KJV

King James Version · 1611

For ever, O Lord, thy word is settled in heaven.

ASV

American Standard Version · 1901

For ever, O Jehovah, Thy word is settled in heaven.

BBE

Bible in Basic English · 1949

For ever, O Lord, your word is fixed in heaven.

YLT

Young's Literal Translation · 1862

<FI> Lamed.<Fi> To the age, O Jehovah, Thy word is set up in the heavens.

DRA

Douay-Rheims (Challoner) · 1752

Not available in this translation

DBY

Darby Bible · 1890

LAMED. For ever, O Jehovah, thy word is settled in the heavens.

Context

v.88Quicken me after thy lovingkindness; So shall I observe the testimony of thy mouth. ל LAMEDH.

v.89This passage

v.90Thy faithfulness is unto all generations: Thou hast established the earth, and it abideth.

Cross references

Related passages from across Scripture, drawn from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge.

  • 2 Peter 3:13

    But, according to his promise, we look for new heavens and a new earth, wherein dwelleth righteousness.

  • Psalms 119:160

    The sum of thy word is truth; And every one of thy righteous ordinances endureth for ever. ש SHIN.

  • Psalms 89:2

    For I have said, Mercy shall be built up for ever; Thy faithfulness wilt thou establish in the very heavens.

  • Matthew 5:18

    For verily I say unto you, Till heaven and earth pass away, one jot or one tittle shall in no wise pass away from the law, till all things be accomplished.

  • Psalms 119:152

    Of old have I known from thy testimonies, That thou hast founded them for ever. ר RESH.

  • 1 Peter 1:25

    But the word of the Lord abideth for ever. And this is the word of good tidings which was preached unto you.

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