New International Version The LORD loves righteousness and justice; the earth is full of his unfailing love. New Living Translation He loves whatever is just and good; the unfailing love of the LORD fills the earth. English Standard Version He loves righteousness and justice; the earth is full of the steadfast love of the LORD. Berean Standard Bible The LORD loves righteousness and justice; the earth is full of His loving devotion. Berean Literal Bible He loves righteousness and justice; the earth is full of the loving devotion of YHWH. King James Bible He loveth righteousness and judgment: the earth is full of the goodness of the LORD. New King James Version He loves righteousness and justice; The earth is full of the goodness of the LORD. New American Standard Bible He loves righteousness and justice; The earth is full of the goodness of the LORD. NASB 1995 He loves righteousness and justice; The earth is full of the lovingkindness of the LORD. NASB 1977 He loves righteousness and justice; The earth is full of the lovingkindness of the LORD. Legacy Standard Bible He loves righteousness and justice; The earth is full of the lovingkindness of Yahweh. Amplified Bible He loves righteousness and justice; The earth is full of the lovingkindness of the LORD. Berean Annotated Bible The LORD loves righteousness and justice; the earth is full of His {YHWH} loving devotion. Christian Standard Bible He loves righteousness and justice; the earth is full of the LORD’s unfailing love. Holman Christian Standard Bible He loves righteousness and justice; the earth is full of the LORD’s unfailing love. American Standard Version He loveth righteousness and justice: The earth is full of the lovingkindness of Jehovah. Contemporary English Version He loves justice and fairness, and he is kind to everyone everywhere on earth. English Revised Version He loveth righteousness and judgment: the earth is full of the lovingkindness of the LORD. GOD'S WORD® Translation The LORD loves righteousness and justice. His mercy fills the earth. Good News Translation The LORD loves what is righteous and just; his constant love fills the earth. International Standard Version He loves righteousness and justice; the world is filled with the gracious love of the LORD. NET Bible The LORD promotes equity and justice; the LORD's faithfulness extends throughout the earth. New Heart English Bible He loves righteousness and justice. The earth is full of the loving kindness of the LORD. Webster's Bible Translation He loveth righteousness and judgment: the earth is full of the goodness of the LORD. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleThe LORD loves righteousness and justice; the earth is full of His loving devotion. World English Bible He loves righteousness and justice. The earth is full of the loving kindness of Yahweh. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionLoving righteousness and judgment, "" The earth is full of the kindness of YHWH. Berean Literal Bible He loves righteousness and justice; the earth is full of the loving devotion of YHWH. Young's Literal Translation Loving righteousness and judgment, Of the kindness of Jehovah is the earth full. Smith's Literal Translation He loved justice and judgment: the earth was filled with the mercy of Jehovah. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleHe loveth mercy and judgment; the earth is full of the mercy of the Lord. Catholic Public Domain Version New American Bible He loves justice and right. The earth is full of the mercy of the LORD. New Revised Standard Version He loves righteousness and justice; the earth is full of the steadfast love of the LORD. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleHe loves righteousness and judgment; the earth is full of the goodness of the LORD. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated He loves righteousness and judgment; the grace of LORD JEHOVAH fills the Earth. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917He loveth righteousness and justice; The earth is full of the lovingkindness of the LORD. Brenton Septuagint Translation He loves mercy and judgment; the earth is full the mercy of the Lord. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible (Voice ▾ Musical ▾) Context Praise to the Creator…4For the word of the LORD is upright, and all His work is trustworthy. 5The LORD loves righteousness and justice; the earth is full of His loving devotion. 6By the word of the LORD the heavens were made, and all the stars by the breath of His mouth.… Cross References The LORD loves righteousness and justice; Psalm 11:7 For the LORD is righteous; He loves justice. The upright will see His face. Isaiah 61:8 For I, the LORD, love justice; I hate robbery and iniquity; in My faithfulness I will give them their recompense and make an everlasting covenant with them. Psalm 89:14 Righteousness and justice are the foundation of Your throne; loving devotion and faithfulness go before You. the earth is full of His loving devotion. Psalm 119:64 The earth is filled with Your loving devotion, O LORD; teach me Your statutes. Psalm 103:11 For as high as the heavens are above the earth, so great is His loving devotion for those who fear Him. Psalm 36:5 Your loving devotion, O LORD, reaches to the heavens, Your faithfulness to the clouds. Psalm 145:9 The LORD is good to all; His compassion rests on all He has made. Jeremiah 9:24 But let him who boasts boast in this, that he understands and knows Me, that I am the LORD, who exercises loving devotion, justice and righteousness on the earth—for I delight in these things,” declares the LORD. Micah 6:8 He has shown you, O man, what is good. And what does the LORD require of you but to act justly, to love mercy, and to walk humbly with your God? Hosea 2:19-20 So I will betroth you to Me forever; I will betroth you in righteousness and justice, in loving devotion and compassion. / And I will betroth you in faithfulness, and you will know the LORD.” Exodus 34:6-7 Then the LORD passed in front of Moses and called out: “The LORD, the LORD God, is compassionate and gracious, slow to anger, abounding in loving devotion and faithfulness, / maintaining loving devotion to a thousand generations, forgiving iniquity, transgression, and sin. Yet He will by no means leave the guilty unpunished; He will visit the iniquity of the fathers on their children and grandchildren to the third and fourth generations.” Deuteronomy 32:4 He is the Rock, His work is perfect; all His ways are just. A God of faithfulness without injustice, righteous and upright is He. 1 John 4:8-10 Whoever does not love does not know God, because God is love. / This is how God’s love was revealed among us: God sent His one and only Son into the world, so that we might live through Him. / And love consists in this: not that we loved God, but that He loved us and sent His Son as the atoning sacrifice for our sins. Romans 5:8 But God proves His love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us. Ephesians 2:4-5 But because of His great love for us, God, who is rich in mercy, / made us alive with Christ even when we were dead in our trespasses. It is by grace you have been saved! John 3:16 For God so loved the world that He gave His one and only Son, that everyone who believes in Him shall not perish but have eternal life. Treasury of Scripture He loves righteousness and judgment: the earth is full of the goodness of the LORD. He Psalm 11:7 For the righteous LORD loveth righteousness; his countenance doth behold the upright. Psalm 45:7 Thou lovest righteousness, and hatest wickedness: therefore God, thy God, hath anointed thee with the oil of gladness above thy fellows. Psalm 99:4 The king's strength also loveth judgment; thou dost establish equity, thou executest judgment and righteousness in Jacob. earth Psalm 104:24 O LORD, how manifold are thy works! in wisdom hast thou made them all: the earth is full of thy riches. Psalm 119:64 The earth, O LORD, is full of thy mercy: teach me thy statutes. Psalm 145:15,16 The eyes of all wait upon thee; and thou givest them their meat in due season… goodness. Jump to Previous Delight Earth Full Goodness Judgment Justice Kindness Loves Lovingkindness Mercy Righteousness Steadfast Unfailing WisdomJump to Next Delight Earth Full Goodness Judgment Justice Kindness Loves Lovingkindness Mercy Righteousness Steadfast Unfailing WisdomPsalm 33 1. God is to be praised for his goodness6. for his power 12. and for his providence 20. Confidence is to be placed in God The LORD loves righteousness and justice; God’s rule is perfectly upright, and His judgments are always true. He established moral order in creation and required Israel to reflect His character through faithful obedience, honest dealings, and impartial judgment. His love for righteousness is seen in His rejection of evil and His defense of what is right. Psa 11:7 For the LORD is righteous; He loves justice.… the earth is full of His loving devotion. God’s steadfast mercy is evident throughout His creation and His dealings with mankind. Though the world bears the effects of sin, God continually sustains life, provides for His creatures, and remains faithful to His promises. His covenant love reaches its fullest expression in the salvation accomplished through Jesus Christ. Psa 119:64 The earth is filled with Your loving devotion, O LORD;… Persons / Places / Events 1. The LORD (Yahweh)The covenant name of God, emphasizing His eternal existence and faithfulness to His promises. 2. Righteousness A moral and ethical standard that reflects God's character and His expectations for human behavior. 3. Justice The principle of fairness and moral rightness, often associated with God's judgment and governance. 4. The Earth The physical world created by God, which is a testament to His power and glory. 5. Loving Devotion (Chesed) A Hebrew term often translated as "steadfast love" or "mercy," highlighting God's covenantal faithfulness and kindness. Teaching Points God's Character RevealedGod's love for righteousness and justice is a reflection of His holy and perfect nature. As believers, we are called to emulate these attributes in our lives. Creation as a Testament The earth, filled with God's loving devotion, serves as a constant reminder of His presence and faithfulness. We should take time to appreciate and steward the world He has given us. Living Out Righteousness and Justice As followers of Christ, we are called to pursue righteousness and justice in our daily lives, reflecting God's character in our interactions with others. Understanding Chesed God's loving devotion, or chesed, is a covenantal love that is steadfast and unwavering. We are encouraged to show this same kind of love to others, rooted in commitment and faithfulness. The Call to Action Recognizing God's love for righteousness and justice should inspire us to actively seek ways to promote these values in our communities and personal lives. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Psalm 33:5?2. How does Psalm 33:5 inspire us to practice righteousness in daily life? 3. What does "the earth is full of His unfailing love" mean to you? 4. How can we reflect God's love and justice in our communities today? 5. Which other scriptures emphasize God's love and justice like Psalm 33:5? 6. How can recognizing God's love in creation strengthen our faith and trust? 7. How does Psalm 33:5 reflect God's character in the context of justice and love? 8. What historical evidence supports the themes of righteousness and justice in Psalm 33:5? 9. How does Psalm 33:5 challenge modern views on morality and ethics? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Psalm 33? Verse 5. - He loveth righteousness and judgment. "Righteousness" is the essential principle of justice; "judgment," the carrying out of the principle in act. God loves both - a further ground for praising him. The earth is full of the goodness (or, loving-kindness) of the Lord (comp. Psalm 119:64). The earth is full, not only of God's glory (Isaiah 6:3) and of his riches (Psalm 104:24), but also of his mercy, or loving-kindness (חסד) - a ground of thankfulness that all will acknowledge. • God Himself—no lesser deity—initiates this truth. • He delights in righteousness and justice, not grudgingly but lovingly. • His moral beauty spills over into the created order, making the whole earth a gallery of His grace. • Every sunrise, every act of redemption, every promise kept showcases His steadfast, covenant love. • Therefore, trusting Him, praising Him, and imitating His righteousness become the logical, joyful response for all who read Psalm 33:5. Hebrew [The LORD] lovesאֹ֭הֵב (’ō·hêḇ) Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine singular Strong's 157: To have affection f righteousness צְדָקָ֣ה (ṣə·ḏā·qāh) Noun - feminine singular Strong's 6666: Rightness, subjectively, objectively and justice; וּמִשְׁפָּ֑ט (ū·miš·pāṭ) Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 4941: A verdict, a sentence, formal decree, divine law, penalty, justice, privilege, style the earth הָאָֽרֶץ׃ (hā·’ā·reṣ) Article | Noun - feminine singular Strong's 776: Earth, land is full of מָלְאָ֥ה (mā·lə·’āh) Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person feminine singular Strong's 4390: To fill, be full of [His] יְ֝הוָ֗ה (Yah·weh) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel loving devotion. חֶ֥סֶד (ḥe·seḏ) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 2617: Kindness, piety, reproof, beauty Additonal Resources Psalm 33:5 Blue Letter BiblePsalm 33:5 Bible Gateway Psalm 33:5 Bible.com Psalm 33:5 NIV |
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