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Psalms 37:26
They are ever generous and quick to lend, and their children are a blessing.
Berean Standard Bible
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Study note
Setting — The Psalmist addresses readers navigating a wisdom contrast between the righteous and the wicked, speaking from his own lifelong observation. He delivers this instruction during a broader exhortation to trust God and pursue righteousness.
The words — חוֹנֵן (cho.Nen) literally means showing favor or acting graciously, and מַלְוֶה (mal.Veh) means lending. The phrase כָּל־הַיּוֹם (kol-hayyom) frames both actions as a daily, uninterrupted practice.
The thread — The text's description of daily lending and graciousness directly parallels Psalms 112:5 and Psalms 37:21, which define the righteous by their open-handed giving. The reciprocal nature of this mercy aligns with the principle in Matthew 5:7.
Why it lands — The verse requires the reader to maintain a consistent, practical habit of financial and relational generosity. It demands that this lifestyle become a stable pattern that actively sustains others and shapes the next generation.
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The Hebrew words
King James Version
He is ever merciful, and lendeth; and his seed is blessed.
Cross-references
- Psalms 112:5 It is well with the man who is generous and lends freely, whose affairs are guided by justice.
- Psalms 37:21 The wicked borrow and do not repay, but the righteous are gracious and giving.
- Matthew 5:7 Blessed are the merciful, for they will be shown mercy.
- Deuteronomy 15:8 Instead, you are to open your hand to him and freely loan him whatever he needs.
- Psalms 112:9 He has scattered abroad his gifts to the poor; his righteousness endures forever; his horn will be lifted high in honor.
- Proverbs 20:7 The righteous man walks with integrity; blessed are his children after him.
- Jeremiah 32:39 I will give them one heart and one way, so that they will always fear Me for their own good and for the good of their children after them.
- Luke 6:35 But love your enemies, do good to them, and lend to them, expecting nothing in return. Then your reward will be great, and you will be sons of the Most High; for He is kind to the ungrateful and wicked.
- Psalms 147:13 For He strengthens the bars of your gates and blesses the children within you.