Psalms 90:6 kjv — In the morning it flourisheth, and groweth up; in the evening it is cut down, and withereth.

King James Version

"In the morning it flourisheth, and groweth up; in the evening it is cut down, and withereth."

— Psalms 90:6, King James Version

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Psalms 90 — Context

3

Thou turnest man to destruction; and sayest, Return, ye children of men.

4

For a thousand years in thy sight are but as yesterday when it is past, and as a watch in the night.

5

Thou carriest them away as with a flood; they are as a sleep: in the morning they are like grass which groweth up.

6

In the morning it flourisheth, and groweth up; in the evening it is cut down, and withereth.

7

For we are consumed by thine anger, and by thy wrath are we troubled.

8

Thou hast set our iniquities before thee, our secret sins in the light of thy countenance.

9

For all our days are passed away in thy wrath: we spend our years as a tale that is told.

Psalms 90:6 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Psalms 90:6 say?
Psalms 90:6 in the King James Version reads: “In the morning it flourisheth, and groweth up; in the evening it is cut down, and withereth.”
Where is Psalms 90:6 in the Bible?
Psalms 90:6 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Psalms, chapter 90, verse 6.
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 90:6.
What translation should I read Psalms 90:6 in?
Psalms 90:6 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 90:6?
Psalms 90:6 reads (KJV): “In the morning it flourisheth, and groweth up; in the evening it is cut down, and withereth.” 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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