Psalms 37:30
Psalms 37:30 in Multiple Translations
The mouth of the righteous man utters wisdom, and his tongue speaks justice.
The mouth of the righteous speaketh wisdom, and his tongue talketh of judgment.
The mouth of the righteous talketh of wisdom, And his tongue speaketh justice.
The mouth of the good man says words of wisdom; the talk of his tongue is of righteousness.
People who do right give good advice, explaining what is fair.
The mouth of the righteous will speake of wisedome, and his tongue will talke of iudgement.
The mouth of the righteous uttereth wisdom, And his tongue speaketh judgment.
The mouth of the righteous talks of wisdom. His tongue speaks justice.
The mouth of the righteous speaketh wisdom, and his tongue talketh of judgment.
Righteous people give wise advice to others, and they [MTY] say what is just/fair.
Berean Amplified Bible — Psalms 37:30
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Psalms 37:30 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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פִּֽי
צַ֭דִּיק
יֶהְגֶּ֣ה
חָכְמָ֑ה
וּ֝/לְשׁוֹנ֗/וֹ
תְּדַבֵּ֥ר
מִשְׁפָּֽט
פִּֽי
peh
H6310
lip
N-ms
צַ֭דִּיק
tsaddîyq
H6662
righteous
Adj
יֶהְגֶּ֣ה
hâgâh
H1897
to mutter
V-Qal-Imperf-3ms
חָכְמָ֑ה
chokmâh
H2451
wisdom
N-fs
וּ֝/לְשׁוֹנ֗/וֹ
lâshôwn
H3956
tongue
Conj | N-cs | Suff
תְּדַבֵּ֥ר
dâbar
H1696
to speak
V-Piel-Imperf-3fs
מִשְׁפָּֽט
mishpâṭ
H4941
justice
N-ms
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Hebrew Word Reference — Psalms 37:30
פִּֽי
peh
H6310
"lip"
N-ms
In the Bible, this Hebrew word refers to the mouth, lips, or edge of something, and can also mean a portion or side of something. It is often used to describe speech or the act of speaking. This word appears in various forms, such as mouth, lip, or edge.
Definition: : lip/mouth peh 1) mouth 1a) mouth (of man) 1b) mouth (as organ of speech) 1c) mouth (of animals) 1d) mouth, opening, orifice (of a well, river, etc) 1e) extremity, end pim 2) a weight equal to one third of a shekel, occurs only in 1Sa 13:21
Usage: Occurs in 460 OT verses. KJV: accord(-ing as, -ing to), after, appointment, assent, collar, command(-ment), [idiom] eat, edge, end, entry, [phrase] file, hole, [idiom] in, mind, mouth, part, portion, [idiom] (should) say(-ing), sentence, skirt, sound, speech, [idiom] spoken, talk, tenor, [idiom] to, [phrase] two-edged, wish, word. See also: Genesis 4:11; Deuteronomy 21:17; Ezra 9:11.
צַ֭דִּיק
tsaddîyq
H6662
"righteous"
Adj
Means being just or righteous, as seen in government, personal conduct, or character, often describing someone made right with God. It appears in descriptions of King David and other biblical leaders. The concept is central to the Bible's teachings on morality and ethics.
Definition: 1) just, lawful, righteous 1a) just, righteous (in government) 1b) just, right (in one's cause) 1c) just, righteous (in conduct and character) 1d) righteous (as justified and vindicated by God) 1e) right, correct, lawful
Usage: Occurs in 197 OT verses. KJV: just, lawful, righteous (man). See also: Genesis 6:9; Proverbs 10:31; Psalms 1:5.
יֶהְגֶּ֣ה
hâgâh
H1897
"to mutter"
V-Qal-Imperf-3ms
To mutter or ponder, as seen in Psalm 1:2 where it means to meditate on God's law, and also in Psalm 37:35 where it describes plotting evil.
Definition: 1) to moan, growl, utter, muse, mutter, meditate, devise, plot, speak 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to roar, growl, groan 1a2) to utter, speak 1a3) to meditate, devise, muse, imagine 1b) (Poal) to utter 1c) (Hiphil) to mutter
Usage: Occurs in 24 OT verses. KJV: imagine, meditate, mourn, mutter, roar, [idiom] sore, speak, study, talk, utter. See also: Joshua 1:8; Proverbs 8:7; Psalms 1:2.
חָכְמָ֑ה
chokmâh
H2451
"wisdom"
N-fs
Wisdom refers to skill, prudence, or good judgment in areas like war, administration, or religion, as seen in the book of Proverbs.
Definition: 1) wisdom 1a) skill (in war) 1b) wisdom (in administration) 1c) shrewdness, wisdom 1d) wisdom, prudence (in religious affairs) 1e) wisdom (ethical and religious)
Usage: Occurs in 141 OT verses. KJV: skilful, wisdom, wisely, wit. See also: Exodus 28:3; Proverbs 5:1; Psalms 37:30.
וּ֝/לְשׁוֹנ֗/וֹ
lâshôwn
H3956
"tongue"
Conj | N-cs | Suff
The tongue, used for eating, speaking, or describing a language. In the Bible, it appears in many books, including Genesis 11:1 and Acts 2:4.
Definition: : tongue/words 1) tongue 1a) tongue (of men) 1a1) tongue (literal) 1a2) tongue (organ of speech) 1b) language 1c) tongue (of animals) 1d) tongue (of fire) 1e) wedge, bay of sea (tongue-shaped)
Usage: Occurs in 115 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] babbler, bay, [phrase] evil speaker, language, talker, tongue, wedge. See also: Genesis 10:5; Psalms 126:2; Psalms 5:10.
תְּדַבֵּ֥ר
dâbar
H1696
"to speak"
V-Piel-Imperf-3fs
To speak or communicate, like God speaking to Moses in Exodus or a king commanding his people. It can also mean to promise or warn someone.
Definition: : speak/tell/command 1) to speak, declare, converse, command, promise, warn, threaten, sing 1a) (Qal) to speak 1b) (Niphal) to speak with one another, talk 1c) (Piel) 1c1) to speak 1c2) to promise 1d) (Pual) to be spoken 1e) (Hithpael) to speak 1f) (Hiphil) to lead away, put to flight
Usage: Occurs in 1049 OT verses. KJV: answer, appoint, bid, command, commune, declare, destroy, give, name, promise, pronounce, rehearse, say, speak, be spokesman, subdue, talk, teach, tell, think, use (entreaties), utter, [idiom] well, [idiom] work. See also: Genesis 8:15; Exodus 12:25; Leviticus 23:9.
מִשְׁפָּֽט
mishpâṭ
H4941
"justice"
N-ms
Mishpat means justice or judgment, and is often used to describe God's righteous judgment, as well as human laws and decisions, in books like Deuteronomy and Isaiah.
Definition: : judgement/punishment 1) judgment, justice, ordinance 1a) judgment 1a1) act of deciding a case 1a2) place, court, seat of judgment 1a3) process, procedure, litigation (before judges) 1a4) case, cause (presented for judgment) 1a5) sentence, decision (of judgment) 1a6) execution (of judgment) 1a7) time (of judgment) 1b) justice, right, rectitude (attributes of God or man) 1c) ordinance 1d) decision (in law) 1e) right, privilege, due (legal) 1f) proper, fitting, measure, fitness, custom, manner, plan
Usage: Occurs in 406 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] adversary, ceremony, charge, [idiom] crime, custom, desert, determination, discretion, disposing, due, fashion, form, to be judged, judgment, just(-ice, -ly), (manner of) law(-ful), manner, measure, (due) order, ordinance, right, sentence, usest, [idiom] worthy, [phrase] wrong. See also: Genesis 18:19; 1 Kings 2:3; Psalms 1:5.
Study Notes — Psalms 37:30
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- Context
- Cross References
- Psalms 37:30 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Psalms 37:30
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 37:30
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 37:30
- Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 37:30
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 37:30
- Cambridge Bible on Psalms 37:30
- Barnes' Notes on Psalms 37:30
- Sermons on Psalms 37:30
Context — Delight Yourself in the LORD
28For the LORD loves justice and will not forsake His saints. They are preserved forever, but the offspring of the wicked will be cut off.
29The righteous will inherit the land and dwell in it forever.
30The mouth of the righteous man utters wisdom, and his tongue speaks justice.
31The law of his God is in his heart; his steps do not falter. 32Though the wicked lie in wait for the righteous, and seek to slay them,Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Colossians 4:6 | Let your speech always be gracious, seasoned with salt, so that you may know how to answer everyone. |
| 2 | Proverbs 25:11–13 | A word fitly spoken is like apples of gold in settings of silver. Like an earring of gold or an ornament of fine gold is a wise man’s rebuke to a listening ear. Like the cold of snow in the time of harvest is a trustworthy messenger to those who send him; he refreshes the soul of his masters. |
| 3 | Ephesians 4:29 | Let no unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building up the one in need and bringing grace to those who listen. |
| 4 | Proverbs 15:7 | The lips of the wise spread knowledge, but not so the hearts of fools. |
| 5 | Matthew 12:35 | The good man brings good things out of his good store of treasure, and the evil man brings evil things out of his evil store of treasure. |
| 6 | Proverbs 10:21 | The lips of the righteous feed many, but fools die for lack of judgment. |
| 7 | Psalms 71:15 | My mouth will declare Your righteousness and Your salvation all day long, though I cannot know their full measure. |
| 8 | Proverbs 10:31 | The mouth of the righteous brings forth wisdom, but a perverse tongue will be cut out. |
| 9 | Proverbs 27:9 | Oil and incense bring joy to the heart, and the sweetness of a friend is counsel to the soul. |
| 10 | Deuteronomy 6:7–9 | And you shall teach them diligently to your children and speak of them when you sit at home and when you walk along the road, when you lie down and when you get up. Tie them as reminders on your hands and bind them on your foreheads. Write them on the doorposts of your houses and on your gates. |
Psalms 37:30 Summary
This verse means that when we follow God and have a right relationship with Him, our words will reflect His wisdom and justice. This doesn't mean we have to be perfect, but rather that we are guided by God's law and principles, as seen in Psalms 119:105. As believers, our words have the power to bring life and encouragement to those around us, and we should strive to speak truth and righteousness in all our conversations, as seen in Proverbs 10:32. By seeking God's wisdom and guidance, we can learn to speak words that are wise, just, and loving, and that reflect the character of God.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean for the mouth of the righteous man to utter wisdom?
According to Psalms 37:30, the mouth of the righteous man utters wisdom, meaning that those who follow God speak words that are wise and insightful, guided by their relationship with Him, as seen in Proverbs 10:31-32 which describes the mouth of the righteous as a fountain of life.
How can I, as a believer, speak justice with my tongue?
To speak justice with your tongue, as mentioned in Psalms 37:30, means to speak truth and righteousness, guided by God's law, as seen in Psalms 119:172 which says that the tongue of the righteous speaks God's judgments.
Is this verse saying that only perfect people can utter wisdom and speak justice?
No, this verse is not saying that only perfect people can utter wisdom and speak justice, but rather that those who are in a right relationship with God, as described in Psalms 37:28-29, will be guided by His wisdom and justice, and will reflect that in their words and actions, as seen in Matthew 12:34 which says that out of the abundance of the heart, the mouth speaks.
How does this verse relate to my everyday life?
This verse relates to your everyday life by reminding you that, as a believer, your words have the power to bring wisdom, justice, and life to those around you, and to reflect the character of God, as seen in Ephesians 4:29 which says that we should speak words that are helpful for building others up.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways that I can utter wisdom and speak justice in my conversations with others?
- How can I ensure that my words are guided by God's wisdom and justice, rather than my own opinions or biases?
- What are some practical ways that I can apply the principle of speaking truth and righteousness in my daily interactions with others?
- How can I balance speaking truth with speaking in love, as seen in Ephesians 4:15?
- What are some areas in my life where I need to seek God's wisdom and guidance in order to speak words that are wise and just?
Gill's Exposition on Psalms 37:30
The mouth of the righteous speaketh wisdom,.... Or "meditateth wisdom" (a); that is, utters the wisdom he has been meditating upon; see Psalms 69:3; he meditates and speaks of the wisdom of God,
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 37:30
The mouth of the righteous speaketh wisdom, and his tongue talketh of judgment. The mouth ... and his tongue ... judgment. The law ... his heart ... shall slide.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 37:30
Speaketh; and that freely, and customarily, and from his heart, as the next verse shows. Having showed in divers verses God’ s singular care over and respect to the righteous, he proceeds to give a character of them, and withal to assign one reason of the great difference of God’ s dealings with them and with other men. Wisdom and judgment; either, 1. For the manner of it, with wisdom and judgment. Or rather, 2. For the matter of it, heavenly wisdom, and God’ s judgment, or word, or law, as it follows, . When the discourses of other men are either wicked, or vain and useless, his are serious, and edifying, and pious, concerning the word and ways of God.
Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 37:30
Psalms 37:30 The mouth of the righteous speaketh wisdom, and his tongue talketh of judgment.Ver. 30. The mouth of the righteous speaketh wisdom] Having spoken of the privileges of the righteous, he now describeth them, Tales autem sunt non quicunque nomen iustorum praetexunt, &c. Such are not all they that pretend to righteousness, or can talk of it; but that can speak of it fruitfully, feelingly, and from an outward principle. And as he talketh, so he walketb, ne dicta factis erubescant, as Tertullian hath it; lest his life should seem to give the lie to his lips.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 37:30
Verse 30. The mouth of the righteous speaketh wisdom] Foolish and corrupt conversation cannot come out of their mouth. They are taught of God, and they speak according to the wisdom that is from above.
Cambridge Bible on Psalms 37:30
21–31. God’s care for the righteous.
Barnes' Notes on Psalms 37:30
The mouth of the righteous speaketh wisdom - That is, It is a characteristic of the righteous to speak “wise things;” not to utter folly.
Sermons on Psalms 37:30
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The Glorious Death of the Righteous by Carter Conlon | In this sermon, the speaker begins by acknowledging our incapability to understand the word of God and find the path on our own. He surrenders his life as a vessel to speak on beha |
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The Alphabetical Scriptures; or the Divine Acrostics by H.J. Vine | H.J. Vine preaches about the divine design and inspiration of Scripture, highlighting the intricate structure of the Alphabetical Scriptures, such as the Divine Acrostics, which po |
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Tame Your Tongue by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of taming one's tongue and the dangers of speaking evil. He compares the tongue to a treasure that can bring forth either goo |
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Building Up My Brother's House by Carter Conlon | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the theme of not calling anything that God has cleansed common or unclean. He shares that he has been convicted by the Holy Spirit about the |
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The Foremost Proof of Holiness by Keith Daniel | In this sermon, the preacher reflects on his early days of preaching with great zeal but little wisdom. He emphasizes the importance of having both wisdom and fire in one's faith. |
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The Do's and Don'ts of Witnessing to Cults by Walter Martin | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of having Christ enthroned in our hearts and lives before defending the Christian Gospel. He shares a personal story of a youn |
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Building Communication Skills by William MacDonald | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of speaking the truth in love, as taught in Ephesians 4:15. He highlights the balanced approach of Jesus, who spoke the truth |