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Psalms 73:26 akjv — My flesh and my heart fails: but God is the strength of my heart, and my portion for ever.

American King James Version

" My flesh and my heart fails: but God is the strength of my heart, and my portion for ever. "

— Psalms 73:26, American King James Version

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Psalms 73 — Context

23

Nevertheless I am continually with you: you have held me by my right hand.

24

You shall guide me with your counsel, and afterward receive me to glory.

25

Whom have I in heaven but you? and there is none on earth that I desire beside you.

26

My flesh and my heart fails: but God is the strength of my heart, and my portion for ever.

27

For, see, they that are far from you shall perish: you have destroyed all them that go a whoring from you.

28

But it is good for me to draw near to God: I have put my trust in the Lord GOD, that I may declare all your works.

Psalms 73:26 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Psalms 73:26 say?
Psalms 73:26 in the American King James Version reads: “ My flesh and my heart fails: but God is the strength of my heart, and my portion for ever. ”
Where is Psalms 73:26 in the Bible?
Psalms 73:26 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Psalms, chapter 73, verse 26.
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 73:26.
What translation should I read Psalms 73:26 in?
Psalms 73:26 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 73:26?
Psalms 73:26 reads (AKJV): “ My flesh and my heart fails: but God is the strength of my heart, and my portion for ever. ” 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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