Psalms 89:46 asv — How long, O Jehovah? wilt thou hide thyself for ever? How longshall thy wrath burn like fire?

American Standard Version

"How long, O Jehovah? wilt thou hide thyself for ever? How longshall thy wrath burn like fire? "

— Psalms 89:46, American Standard Version

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Psalms 89 — Context

43

Yea, thou turnest back the edge of his sword, And hast not made him to stand in the battle.

44

Thou hast made his brightness to cease, And cast his throne down to the ground.

45

The days of his youth hast thou shortened: Thou hast covered him with shame. [Selah

46

How long, O Jehovah? wilt thou hide thyself for ever? How longshall thy wrath burn like fire?

47

Oh remember how short my time is: For what vanity hast thou created all the children of men!

48

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

49

Lord, where are thy former lovingkindnesses, Which thou swarest unto David in thy faithfulness?

Psalms 89:46 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Psalms 89:46 say?
Psalms 89:46 in the American Standard Version reads: “How long, O Jehovah? wilt thou hide thyself for ever? How longshall thy wrath burn like fire? ”
Where is Psalms 89:46 in the Bible?
Psalms 89:46 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Psalms, chapter 89, verse 46.
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 89:46.
What translation should I read Psalms 89:46 in?
Psalms 89:46 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 89:46?
Psalms 89:46 reads (ASV): “How long, O Jehovah? wilt thou hide thyself for ever? How longshall thy wrath burn like fire? ” 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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