Psalms 118:9

It is better to trust in the LORD than to put confidence in princes.

King James Version
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Other Translations for Psalms 118:9

BSB
It is better to take refuge in the LORD than to trust in princes.
AKJV
It is better to trust in the LORD than to put confidence in princes.
CPDV
It is good to hope in the Lord, rather than to hope in leaders.
ERV
It is better to trust in the LORD, than to put confidence in princes.
NHEB
It is better to take refuge in the LORD, than to put confidence in princes.
SMT
Good to trust in Jehovah rather than to trust in nobles.

Word Study (Strong’s) for Psalms 118:9

ItisbetterH2896totrustH2620VerbintheLORDH3068Proper NamethantoputconfidenceH982VerbinprincesH5081

Commentary for Psalms 118:9

Please note: this is not Scripture

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Psalms 118:9
Summary
Divine reliance surpasses power-holder confidence
Event
Comparing trust options
Estimated Time Period
c. 1000 BC
Category
Wisdom