Psalms 89:8 cpdv — You have placed our iniquities in your sight, our age in the illumination of your countenance.

Catholic Public Domain Version

"You have placed our iniquities in your sight, our age in the illumination of your countenance. "

— Psalms 89:8, Catholic Public Domain Version

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Psalms 89 — Context

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which was held for nothing: so their years shall be.

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In the morning, he may pass away like grass; in the morning, he may flower and pass away. In the evening, he will fall, and harden, and become dry.

7

For, at your wrath, we have withered away, and we have been disturbed by your fury.

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You have placed our iniquities in your sight, our age in the illumination of your countenance.

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For all our days have faded away, and at your wrath, we have fainted. Our years will be considered to be like a spider’s web.

10

The days of our years in them are seventy years. But in the powerful, they are eighty years, and more of these are with hardship and sorrow. For mildness has overwhelmed us, and we shall be corrected.

11

Who knows the power of your wrath? And, before fear, can your wrath

Psalms 89:8 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Psalms 89:8 say?
Psalms 89:8 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “You have placed our iniquities in your sight, our age in the illumination of your countenance. ”
Where is Psalms 89:8 in the Bible?
Psalms 89:8 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Psalms, chapter 89, verse 8.
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 89:8.
What translation should I read Psalms 89:8 in?
Psalms 89:8 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 89:8?
Psalms 89:8 reads (CPDV): “You have placed our iniquities in your sight, our age in the illumination of your countenance. ” 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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