Psalms 85:11 net — Faithfulness grows from the ground, and deliverance looks down from the sky.

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"Faithfulness grows from the ground, and deliverance looks down from the sky."

— Psalms 85:11, NET Bible

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Psalms 85 — Context

8

I will listen to what God the LORD says. For he will make peace with his people, his faithful followers. Yet they must not return to their foolish ways.

9

Certainly his loyal followers will soon experience his deliverance; then his splendor will again appear in our land.

10

Loyal love and faithfulness meet; deliverance and peace greet each other with a kiss.

11

Faithfulness grows from the ground, and deliverance looks down from the sky.

12

Yes, the LORD will bestow his good blessings, and our land will yield its crops.

13

Deliverance goes before him, and prepares a pathway for him.

Psalms 85:11 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Psalms 85:11 say?
Psalms 85:11 in the NET Bible reads: “Faithfulness grows from the ground, and deliverance looks down from the sky.”
Where is Psalms 85:11 in the Bible?
Psalms 85:11 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Psalms, chapter 85, verse 11.
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 85:11.
What translation should I read Psalms 85:11 in?
Psalms 85:11 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 85:11?
Psalms 85:11 reads (NET): “Faithfulness grows from the ground, and deliverance looks down from the sky.” 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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