Tree of Life Version
Psalms 32:10
10Many are the sorrows of the wicked, but lovingkindness surrounds the one who trusts in Adonai.
Psalms 32:10 in other versions
- King James Version (KJV)Many sorrows shall be to the wicked: but he that trusteth in the Lord, mercy shall compass him about.
- New International Version (NIV)Many are the woes of the wicked, but the Lord’s unfailing love surrounds the one who trusts in him.
- English Standard Version (ESV)Many are the sorrows of the wicked, but steadfast love surrounds the one who trusts in the Lord.
- New King James Version (NKJV)Many sorrows shall be to the wicked; But he who trusts in the Lord, mercy shall surround him.
Context of Psalms 32:10
8“I will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go. I will give counsel—My eye is on you. 9Do not be like the horse or the mule, which have no understanding, and must be held in with bit and bridle or they will not come to you.” Many are the sorrows of the wicked, but lovingkindness surrounds the one who trusts in Adonai. 11Be glad in Adonai and rejoice, you righteous, and shout for joy, all who are upright in heart.
Read all of Psalms 32Psalms 32:10 word by word
רַבִּ֥ים מַכְאוֹבִ֗ים לָרָ֫שָׁ֥ע וְהַבּוֹטֵ֥חַ בַּיהוָ֑ה חֶ֝֗סֶד יְסוֹבְבֶֽנּוּ׃Read the interlinear
Words taken from the KJV.
Cross-references for Psalms 32:10
- Psalms 16:4As for those who run after another god, may their sorrows multiply. I will not pour out their drink offerings of blood, nor lift up their names with my lips.
- Psalms 34:19Adonai is close to the brokenhearted, and saves those crushed in spirit.
- Psalms 140:11Let burning coals fall upon them. May they be cast into the fire, into deep pits, never to rise again.
- Proverbs 13:21Misfortune pursues sinners, but prosperity rewards the righteous.
- Ecclesiastes 8:12Even though a sinner might commit a hundred crimes and prolong his days, yet I know that it will be well for those who fear God, for those who revere Him.
- Isaiah 3:11Oy , the wicked! It will be bad for him, for the dealing of his hands will be done to him.
- Isaiah 57:21“There is no shalom,” says my God “for the wicked.”
- Romans 2:8But to those who are self-seeking and do not obey the truth, but obey unrighteousness—wrath and fury.
- 1 Timothy 6:10For the love of money is the root of all kinds of evil—some, longing for it, have gone astray from the faith and pierced themselves through with many sorrows.
- Psalms 2:12Kiss the Son, lest He become angry, and you perish along your way— since His wrath may flare up suddenly. Happy is everyone taking refuge in Him!
- Psalms 5:12But let all who take refuge in You rejoice! Let them always shout for joy! You will shelter them and they exult— those who love Your Name.
- Psalms 34:8The angel of Adonai encamps around those who fear Him, and delivers them.
- Psalms 40:4He put a new song in my mouth— a hymn of praise to our God. Many will see and fear, and trust in Adonai.
- Psalms 84:12For Adonai Elohim is a sun and a shield. Adonai gives grace and glory. No good thing will He withhold from those who walk uprightly.
- Psalms 146:5Happy is he whose help is the God of Jacob, whose hope is in Adonai his God,
- Psalms 147:11Adonai delights in those who revere Him, in those who trust in His lovingkindness.
Commentaries on Psalms 32:10
- Adam Clarke Bible Commentary · v. 10Many sorrows shall be to the wicked - Every wicked man is a miserable man. God has wedded sin and misery as strongly as he has holiness and happiness. God hath joined them together; none can put them asunder. But he that trusteth in the Lord - Such a person is both safe and happy.Read the comment
- Barnes’ Notes on the Bible · v. 10Many sorrows shall be to the wicked - The meaning here is, probably, that those who will not submit themselves to God in the manner which the psalmist recommends; who are like the horse and the mule, needing to be restrained, and who are to be restrained only by force, will experience bitter sorrows. The psalmist may refer here, in part, to sorrows such as he says he himself experienced when he attempted to suppress the convictions of guilt Psalm 32:3-4…Read the comment
- Matthew Henry Concise Commentary · v. 8-11Verses 8-11 God teaches by his word, and guides with the secret intimations of his will. David gives a word of caution to sinners. The reason for this caution is, that the way of sin will certainly end in sorrow. Here is a word of comfort to saints. They may see that a life of communion with God is far the most pleasant and comfortable. Let us rejoice, O Lord Jesus, in thee, and in thy salvation; so shall we rejoice indeed.Read the comment
- Tyndale Open Study Notes · v. 10Difficulties common to all of life will come to the wicked, whereas the Lord promises to protect the godly with his care.Read the comment
- Jamieson–Fausset–Brown Commentary · v. 1010. The sorrows of the impenitent contrasted with the peace and safety secured by God's mercy.Read the comment
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Commentaries on Psalms 32
- Adam Clarke Bible Commentary
- Barnes’ Notes on the Bible
- Matthew Henry Concise Commentary
- Tyndale Open Study Notes
- Jamieson–Fausset–Brown Commentary
- Rashi on Tanakh
- Calvin’s Commentaries
- Keil & Delitzsch Commentary
- John Wesley’s Notes
- The Treasury of David
- Darby Translation Notes
- Geneva Bible Translation Notes
- Kingcomments
- Matthew Henry’s Complete Commentary
- Matthew Henry’s Modern English Commentary
- Seventh-day Adventist Bible Commentary
- EGW Writings
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