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Psalms 37:35 - Meaning and Application
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Translation: World English Bible — Catholic Edition
" I have seen the wicked in great power, spreading himself like a green tree in its native soil. "
Psalms 37:35
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33 The LORD will not leave him in his hand, nor condemn him when he is judged.
34 Wait for the LORD, and keep his way, and he will exalt you to inherit the land. When the wicked are cut off, you shall see it.
35 I have seen the wicked in great power, spreading himself like a green tree in its native soil.
36 But he passed away, and behold, he was not. Yes, I sought him, but he could not be found.
37 Mark the perfect man, and see the upright, for there is a future for the man of peace.
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Psalms 37:1
"Don’t fret because of evildoers, neither be envious against those who work unrighteousness."
Psalms 37:2
"For they shall soon be cut down like the grass, and wither like the green herb."
Psalms 37:3
"Trust in the LORD, and do good. Dwell in the land, and enjoy safe pasture."
Psalms 37:4
"Also delight yourself in the LORD, and he will give you the desires of your heart."
Psalms 37:5
"Commit your way to the LORD. Trust also in him, and he will do this:"
Psalms 37:6
"he will make your righteousness shine out like light, and your justice as the noon day sun."
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