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Two Fates, One Reality
The verse presents a stark contrast. Commentators explain that the prosperity of the wicked is temporary, like a mask (Calvin) that will end in them being "cut off"—forgotten and removed. In contrast, the destiny of those who wait on God is an enduring inheritance. This future reality should give believers patience and perspective in the present.
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Albert Barnes
On Psalms 37:9
18th Century
Theologian
For evil-doers shall be cut off - (). This will be the end of their course. They will not ultimately prosper. God will order all th…
Charles Spurgeon
On Psalm 37:8–9
19th Century
Preacher
And forsake wrath: fret not thyself in any wise to do evil. For evil doers shall be cut off: but those that wait upon the LORD, they shall inhe…
John Calvin
On Psalms 37:9
16th Century
Theologian
For the wicked shall be cut off. It is not without reason that he repeatedly impresses upon us the same thing: namely, that the happiness …
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John Gill
On Psalms 37:9
17th Century
Pastor
For evildoers shall be cut off
Though they flourish for a while, they shall be cut down like the grass or flower of …
Matthew Henry
On Psalms 37:7–20
17th Century
Minister
Let us be satisfied that God will make all things work for our good. Let us not disturb ourselves at what we see in this world. A fretful, disconte…