Psalm 37:7-9

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Be silent before the Lord and wait expectantly for Him;^(A)
do not be agitated by one who prospers in his way,
by the man who carries out evil plans.^(B)

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Refrain from anger and give up your rage;
do not be agitated—it can only bring harm.^(C)

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For evildoers will be destroyed,
but those who put their hope in the Lord
will inherit the land.^(a)^(D)

Footnotes:

a. Psalm 37:9: Or earth

Cross references:

A. Psalm 37:7: Psalm 40:1

B. Psalm 37:7: Jeremiah 12:1

C. Psalm 37:8: Ephesians 4:31; Colossians 3:8

D. Psalm 37:9: Proverbs 2:21; Isaiah 57:13; Isaiah 60:21