But the meek will inherit the land and delight in abundant prosperity.
Parallel translations
- WEB But the humble shall inherit the land, and shall delight themselves in the abundance of peace.
- KJV But the meek shall inherit the earth; and shall delight themselves in the abundance of peace.
- NKJV But the meek shall inherit the earth, And shall delight themselves in the abundance of peace.
- NASB But the humble will inherit the land And will delight themselves in abundant prosperity.
- NLT The lowly will possess the land and will live in peace and prosperity.
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Quick answer
The humble will inherit the land and delight in abundant peace. Meekness, not aggression, secures lasting blessing.
Overview
Over against the doomed wicked, the humble (the meek who trust God) receive the inheritance and enjoy rich peace (shalom). Worldly assertiveness gains nothing lasting; humble dependence on God gains everything. Jesus quotes this verse almost word for word in the Beatitudes (Matthew 5:5), making it a charter promise for His humble followers.
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Cross-references · 13
- Matt 5:5Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the earth.
- Gal 5:22–23But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness,
- Isa 26:3You will keep in perfect peace the steadfast of mind, because he trusts in You.
- Jas 3:13Who is wise and understanding among you? Let him show it by his good conduct, by deeds done in the humility that comes from wisdom.
- Ps 119:165Abundant peace belongs to those who love Your law; nothing can make them stumble.
- Phil 4:7And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.
- Isa 48:18If only you had paid attention to My commandments, your peace would have been like a river, and your righteousness like waves of the sea.
- 1 Tim 6:11But you, O man of God, flee from these things and pursue righteousness, godliness, faith, love, perseverance, and gentleness.
- Ps 36:8They feast on the abundance of Your house, and You give them drink from Your river of delights.
- John 14:27Peace I leave with you; My peace I give to you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled; do not be afraid.
- Jas 1:21Therefore, get rid of all moral filth and every expression of evil, and humbly accept the word planted in you, which can save your souls.
- Isa 57:18–21I have seen his ways, but I will heal him; I will guide him and restore comfort to him and his mourners,
- Ps 72:7May the righteous flourish in his days and prosperity abound, until the moon is no more.
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