Psalms 89:37 net — it will remain stable, like the moon, his throne will endure like the skies.”(Selah)

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"it will remain stable, like the moon, his throne will endure like the skies.”(Selah)"

— Psalms 89:37, NET Bible

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KJV
“It shall be established for ever as the moon, and as a faithful witness in heaven. Selah.”
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ASV
“It shall be established for ever as the moon, Andasthe faithful witness in the sky. [Selah”
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WEB
“It will be established forever like the moon, the faithful witness in the sky." Selah.”
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BBE
“It will be fixed for ever like the moon; and the witness in heaven is true. (Selah.)”
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KJVA
“It shall be established for ever as the moon, and as a faithful witness in heaven. Selah.”
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Psalms 89 — Context

I will not break my covenant or go back on what I promised.

Once and for all I have vowed by my own holiness, I will never deceive David.

His dynasty will last forever. His throne will endure before me, like the sun,

it will remain stable, like the moon, his throne will endure like the skies.”(Selah)

But you have spurned and rejected him; you are angry with your chosen king.

You have repudiated your covenant with your servant; you have thrown his crown to the ground.

You have broken down all his walls; you have made his strongholds a heap of ruins.

Psalms 89:37 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Psalms 89:37 say?

Psalms 89:37 in the NET Bible reads: “it will remain stable, like the moon, his throne will endure like the skies.”(Selah)”

Where is Psalms 89:37 in the Bible?

Psalms 89:37 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Psalms, chapter 89, verse 37.

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 89:37.

What translation should I read Psalms 89:37 in?

Psalms 89:37 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 89:37?

Psalms 89:37 reads (NET): “it will remain stable, like the moon, his throne will endure like the skies.”(Selah)” 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.

Psalms 89:37 net — it will remain stable, like the moon, his throne will endure like the skies.”(Selah)

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