Psalms 89:45 web — You have shortened the days of his youth. You have covered him with shame. Selah.

World English Bible

"You have shortened the days of his youth. You have covered him with shame. Selah."

— Psalms 89:45, World English Bible

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KJV
“The days of his youth hast thou shortened: thou hast covered him with shame. Selah.”
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ASV
“The days of his youth hast thou shortened: Thou hast covered him with shame. [Selah”
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NET
“You have cut short his youth, and have covered him with shame.(Selah)”
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BBE
“You have made him old before his time; he is covered with shame. (Selah.)”
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KJVA
“The days of his youth hast thou shortened: thou hast covered him with shame. Selah.”
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Psalms 89 — Context

You have exalted the right hand of his adversaries. You have made all of his enemies rejoice.

Yes, you turn back the edge of his sword, and haven't supported him in battle.

You have ended his splendor, and thrown his throne down to the ground.

You have shortened the days of his youth. You have covered him with shame. Selah.

How long, Yahweh? Will you hide yourself forever? Will your wrath burn like fire?

Remember how short my time is! For what vanity have you created all the children of men!

What man is he who shall live and not see death, who shall deliver his soul from the power of Sheol? Selah.

Psalms 89:45 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Psalms 89:45 say?

Psalms 89:45 in the World English Bible reads: “You have shortened the days of his youth. You have covered him with shame. Selah.”

Where is Psalms 89:45 in the Bible?

Psalms 89:45 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Psalms, chapter 89, verse 45.

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 89:45.

What translation should I read Psalms 89:45 in?

Psalms 89:45 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 89:45?

Psalms 89:45 reads (WEB): “You have shortened the days of his youth. You have covered him with shame. 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 89:45 web — You have shortened the days of his youth. You have covered him with shame. Selah.

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