Psalm 145:20

ESV The Lord preserves all who love him, but all the wicked he will destroy.

NIV The Lord watches over all who love him, but all the wicked he will destroy.

NASB The Lord watches over all who love Him, But He will destroy all the wicked.

CSB The Lord guards all those who love him, but he destroys all the wicked.

NLT The Lord protects all those who love him, but he destroys the wicked.

KJV The Lord preserveth all them that love him: but all the wicked will he destroy.

NKJV The Lord preserves all who love Him, But all the wicked He will destroy.

What does Psalm 145:20 mean?

Please see our chapter commentary on Psalm 145; verse-level content coming soon!

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Context Summary
Psalm 145:14–21 focuses on how the Lord demonstrates His kindness. David responds to the Lord's loving care by vowing to praise the Lord, and he calls on everyone to bless the Lord's holy name forever.

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Chapter Summary
David intends to praise the Lord now and forever. Generation after generation will celebrate the amazing things God has done. The psalm praises the Lord for his love and mercy towards mankind. Those who reach out to Him seeking salvation can find it. Because of these attributes, David declares his intent to worship God, calling on every other person to join him.

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