1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 sn The author compares the godly individual to a tree that has a rich water supply (planted by flowing streams), develops a strong root system, and is filled with leaves and fruit. The simile suggests that the godly have a continual source of life which in turn produces stability and uninterrupted prosperity. 20 21 22 sn Wind-driven chaff. In contrast to the well-rooted and productive tree described in v. 3, the wicked are like a dried up plant that has no root system and is blown away by the wind. The simile describes the destiny of the wicked (see vv. 5-6). 23 24 25 26 sn The assembly of the godly is insulated from divine judgment (Ps 37:12-17, 28-29). 27 28 29