Psalms 90:9 akjv — For all our days are passed away in your wrath: we spend our years as a tale that is told.

American King James Version

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

— Psalms 90:9, American King James Version

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Psalms 90 — Context

6

In the morning it flourishes, and grows up; in the evening it is cut down, and wither.

7

For we are consumed by your anger, and by your wrath are we troubled.

8

You have set our iniquities before you, our secret sins in the light of your countenance.

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

10

The days of our years are three score years and ten; and if by reason of strength they be fourscore years, yet is their strength labor and sorrow; for it is soon cut off, and we fly away.

11

Who knows the power of your anger? even according to your fear, so is your wrath.

12

So teach us to number our days, that we may apply our hearts to wisdom.

Psalms 90:9 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Psalms 90:9 say?
Psalms 90:9 in the American King James Version reads: “ For all our days are passed away in your wrath: we spend our years as a tale that is told. ”
Where is Psalms 90:9 in the Bible?
Psalms 90:9 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Psalms, chapter 90, verse 9.
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 90:9.
What translation should I read Psalms 90:9 in?
Psalms 90:9 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 90:9?
Psalms 90:9 reads (AKJV): “ For all our days are passed away in your wrath: we spend our years as a tale that is told. ” 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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