Psalms 89:37 web — It will be established forever like the moon, the faithful witness in the sky." Selah.

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"It will be established forever like the moon, the faithful witness in the sky." Selah."

— Psalms 89:37, World English Bible

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“It shall be established for ever as the moon, and as a faithful witness in heaven. Selah.”
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“It shall be established for ever as the moon, Andasthe faithful witness in the sky. [Selah”
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“it will remain stable, like the moon, his throne will endure like the skies.”(Selah)”
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“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, nor alter what my lips have uttered.

Once have I sworn by my holiness, I will not lie to David.

His seed will endure forever, his throne like the sun before me.

It will be established forever like the moon, the faithful witness in the sky." Selah.

But you have rejected and spurned. You have been angry with your anointed.

You have renounced the covenant of your servant. You have defiled his crown in the dust.

You have broken down all his hedges. You have brought his strongholds to ruin.

Psalms 89:37 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Psalms 89:37 say?

Psalms 89:37 in the World English Bible reads: “It will be established forever like the moon, the faithful witness in the sky." 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 (WEB): “It will be established forever like the moon, the faithful witness in the sky." 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.

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