Psalms 1:5 cpdv — Therefore, the impious will not prevail again in judgment, nor sinners in the council of the just.

Catholic Public Domain Version

"Therefore, the impious will not prevail again in judgment, nor sinners in the council of the just. "

— Psalms 1:5, Catholic Public Domain Version

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Psalms 1 — Context

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But his will is with the law of the Lord, and he will meditate on his law, day and night.

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And he will be like a tree that has been planted beside running waters, which will provide its fruit in its time, and its leaf will not fall away, and all things whatsoever that he does will prosper.

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Not so the impious, not so. For they are like the dust that the wind casts along the face of the earth.

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Therefore, the impious will not prevail again in judgment, nor sinners in the council of the just.

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For the Lord knows the way of the just. And the path of the impious will pass away.

Psalms 1:5 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Psalms 1:5 say?
Psalms 1:5 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “Therefore, the impious will not prevail again in judgment, nor sinners in the council of the just. ”
Where is Psalms 1:5 in the Bible?
Psalms 1:5 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Psalms, chapter 1, verse 5.
Who wrote Psalms?
Psalms is traditionally attributed to Multiple authors (David, Asaph, the sons of Korah, Solomon, Moses, others). Approximately 73 psalms are attributed to David; others to Asaph, the sons of Korah, Solomon, Moses, Heman, and Ethan; the remainder are anonymous. It was written c. 1410–430 BC.
What is the book of Psalms about?
The Psalms are the prayer book and hymnal of God's people, gathering a thousand years of inspired song — praise, lament, thanksgiving, confession, and royal and messianic worship. Every emotion of the believing heart finds a voice here, and every voice finds its center in Christ.
What are the major themes of Psalms?
Psalms explores themes including Praise, Lament, Trust, Messiah, Refuge, Kingship. These themes shape the meaning and context of Psalms 1:5.
What translation should I read Psalms 1:5 in?
Psalms 1:5 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize Psalms 1:5?
Psalms 1:5 reads (CPDV): “Therefore, the impious will not prevail again in judgment, nor sinners in the council of the just. ” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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