Psalms 90:12

So teach us to consider our mortality, ¹  so that we might live wisely. ² 

biblegateway Psa 90:12

Teach us to number our days aright, that we may gain a heart of wisdom.

biblegateway Psa 90:12

So teach us to number our days, That we may present to You a heart of wisdom.

biblegateway Psa 90:12

Teach us to make the most of our time, so that we may grow in wisdom.

biblegateway Psa 90:12

Oh! Teach us to live well! Teach us to live wisely and well!

SABDAweb Psa 90:12

So give us knowledge of the number of our days, that we may get a heart of wisdom.

bibleoremusPsa 90:12

So teach us to count our days that we may gain a wise heart.

biblegateway Psa 90:12

So teach us to number our days, That we may gain a heart of wisdom.

biblegateway Psa 90:12

So teach us to consider our mortality, ¹  so that we might live wisely. ² 

¹ tn Heb “to number our days,” that is, to be aware of how few they really are.

² tn Heb “and we will bring a heart of wisdom.” After the imperative of the preceding line, the prefixed verbal form with the conjunction indicates purpose/result. The Hebrew term “heart” here refers to the center of one’s thoughts, volition, and moral character.