Psalms 90:9 bbe — For all our days have gone by in your wrath; our years come to an end like a breath.

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"For all our days have gone by in your wrath; our years come to an end like a breath."

— Psalms 90:9, Bible in Basic English

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KJV
“For all our days are passed away in thy wrath: we spend our years as a tale that is told.”
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Psalms 90 — Context

In the morning it is green; in the evening it is cut down, and becomes dry.

We are burned up by the heat of your passion, and troubled by your wrath.

You have put our evil doings before you, our secret sins in the light of your face.

For all our days have gone by in your wrath; our years come to an end like a breath.

The measure of our life is seventy years; and if through strength it may be eighty years, its pride is only trouble and sorrow, for it comes to an end and we are quickly gone.

Who has knowledge of the power of your wrath, or who takes note of the weight of your passion?

So give us knowledge of the number of our days, that we may get a heart of wisdom.

Psalms 90:9 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Psalms 90:9 say?

Psalms 90:9 in the Bible in Basic English reads: “For all our days have gone by in your wrath; our years come to an end like a breath.”

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 (BBE): “For all our days have gone by in your wrath; our years come to an end like a breath.” 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 90:9 bbe — For all our days have gone by in your wrath; our years come to an end like a breath.

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