Psalms 73:4
“For there are no bands in their death: but their strength is firm.”
Psalms 73:4 in 8 translations
- KJVKing James Version
- For there are no bands in their death: but their strength is firm.
- DRADouay–Rheims
- For there is no regard to their death, nor is there strength in their stripes.
- ASVAmerican Standard Version
- For there are no pangs in their death; But their strength is firm.
- DARBYDarby
- For they have no pangs in their death, and their body is well nourished;
- WEBThe World English Bible
- For there are no struggles in their death, but their strength is firm.
- YLTYoung's Literal Translation
- And their might is firm.
- BPVBiblePics Version
- They have no struggles in death; their strength is firm.
- BPVBiblePics Version
- They have no struggles in death; their strength is firm.
Context: Psalms 73
2But as for me, my feet were almost gone; my steps had well nigh slipped.
3For I was envious at the foolish, when I saw the prosperity of the wicked.
4For there are no bands in their death: but their strength is firm.
5They are not in trouble as other men; neither are they plagued like other men.
6Therefore pride compasseth them about as a chain; violence covereth them as a garment.
About Psalms 73: Wrestling with Envy and Doubt
Psalm 73 is a beautiful yet raw expression of the struggles involved in trying to maintain faith in God amidst the temptations of envy and doubt. The author, Asaph, admits to feeling jealous of the apparent success and lack of consequences of the wicked while he himself has suffered for remaining faithful to God. However, he ultimately realizes that God is his true treasure and that following Him will lead to eternal satisfaction.
Commentary
This psalm is a powerful reminder that faith is not always easy, and that even the strongest believers can sometimes get discouraged and envious. Asaph's candid admission of his struggles is refreshing and reassuring, for it shows that we are not alone in our doubts and temptations. More importantly, it shows that God is gracious and faithful, and that He will never abandon us or let us down. As we read this psalm, let us take heart and be reminded that our ultimate reward is not in earthly success, but in the eternal joy of being in the presence of God.