Psalms 37:4-5

37:4 Then you will take delight in the Lord, 1 

and he will answer your prayers. 2 

37:5 Commit your future to the Lord! 3 

Trust in him, and he will act on your behalf. 4 

1 tn Following the imperatives of v. 3 the prefixed verbal forms with vav (ו) in v. 4 indicate result. Faith and obedience (v. 3) will bring divine blessing (v. 4).

2 tn Or “and he will give you what you desire most.” Heb “and he will grant to you the requests of your heart.”

3 tn Heb “roll your way upon the Lord.” The noun “way” may refer here to one’s activities or course of life.

4 tn Heb “he will act.” Verse 6 explains what is meant; the Lord will vindicate those who trust in him.