Psalms 37:2

2 for like the grass they will soon wither, like green plants they will soon die away.

Psalms 37:2 in Other Translations

KJV
2 For they shall soon be cut down like the grass, and wither as the green herb.
ESV
2 For they will soon fade like the grass and wither like the green herb.
NLT
2 For like grass, they soon fade away. Like spring flowers, they soon wither.
MSG
2 In no time they'll shrivel like grass clippings and wilt like cut flowers in the sun.
CSB
2 For they wither quickly like grass and wilt like tender green plants.

Psalms 37:2 In-Context

1 Do not fret because of those who are evil or be envious of those who do wrong;
2 for like the grass they will soon wither, like green plants they will soon die away.
3 Trust in the LORD and do good; dwell in the land and enjoy safe pasture.
4 Take delight in the LORD, and he will give you the desires of your heart.
5 Commit your way to the LORD; trust in him and he will do this:

Cross References 2

  • 1. S 2 Kings 19:26; Job 14:2; Psalms 102:4; Isaiah 40:7
  • 2. ver 38; Psalms 90:6; Psalms 92:7; James 1:10
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