Psalm 92:12

ESV The righteous flourish like the palm tree and grow like a cedar in Lebanon.

NIV The righteous will flourish like a palm tree, they will grow like a cedar of Lebanon;

NASB The righteous person will flourish like the palm tree, He will grow like a cedar in Lebanon.

CSB The righteous thrive like a palm tree and grow like a cedar tree in Lebanon.

NLT But the godly will flourish like palm trees and grow strong like the cedars of Lebanon.

KJV The righteous shall flourish like the palm tree: he shall grow like a cedar in Lebanon.

NKJV The righteous shall flourish like a palm tree, He shall grow like a cedar in Lebanon.

What does Psalm 92:12 mean?

Please see our chapter commentary on Psalm 92, verse-level content coming soon!

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Context Summary
Psalm 92:12–15 emphasizes the blessings which come from loyalty to God. Prior verses noted that evil people may appear to gain rapid success (Psalm 92:7), but this is very brief. The only lasting victory comes for those who belong to the Lord. This short earthly life may be difficult, but the eternal state will further prove God's victory and righteousness.

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Chapter Summary
God is entirely loving, faithful, sovereign, powerful, and wise. Those who oppose Him may seem to grow quickly, but their doom will be eternal. Those who honor the Lord will one day see their enemies defeated, knowing that all wisdom begins with trusting in the Lord's control over all things.

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