TheWay BibleHome›Bible›Psalms›Psalm 118›Psalm 118:8-9
Psalm 118:8-9 KJV
Psalms · chapter 118 · verses 8–9 · King James Version
8It is better to trust in the LORD than to put confidence in man. 9It is better to trust in the LORD than to put confidence in princes.Psalm 118:8-9 · King James Version
Psalm 118:8-9 in context
6The LORD is on my side; I will not fear: what can man do unto me?
7The LORD taketh my part with them that help me: therefore shall I see my desire upon them that hate me.
8It is better to trust in the LORD than to put confidence in man.
9It is better to trust in the LORD than to put confidence in princes.
10All nations compassed me about: but in the name of the LORD will I destroy them.
11They compassed me about; yea, they compassed me about: but in the name of the LORD I will destroy them.
Cross references
Key words (Strong's)
- confidencebâṭachfiguratively, to trust, be confident or sureH982 →
- betterṭôwbgood in the widest senseH2896 →
- trustchâçâhto flee for protectionH2620 →
- LORDYᵉhôvâhJehovah, Jewish national name of GodH3068 →
Topics
Keep reading in TheWay Bible App
Read, study, memorize, journal, and pray — tap any word for its Greek or Hebrew definition, save verses to memorize, and keep a journal. Free on the web and iOS.