Psalms 37:21

At first sight it may seem that the Psalmist intends to contrast the dishonesty of the wicked with the liberality of the righteous. But Psalms 37:22 makes it clear that this is not the meaning. Looking forward, he foresees the future which awaits them. He sees the wicked man falling into debt and forced to contract loans which he cannot repay, while the righteous man has enough and to spare, and makes a bountiful use of his wealth. The promise to Israel as a nation finds its analogy within the nation (Deuteronomy 15:6; Deuteronomy 28:12; Deuteronomy 28:44).

sheweth mercy Better as R.V., dealeth graciously. Cp. Psalms 37:26.