Psalms 73:6

Therefore pride compasseth them about as a chain; violence covereth them as a garment.

King James Version

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Other Translations for Psalms 73:6

BSB

Therefore pride is their necklace; a garment of violence covers them.

AKJV

Therefore pride compasses them about as a chain; violence covers them as a garment.

CPDV

Therefore, arrogance has held on to them. They have been covered with their iniquity and impiety.

ERV

Therefore pride is as a chain about their neck; violence covereth them as a garment.

NHEB

Therefore pride is like a chain around their neck. Violence covers them like a garment.

SMT

For this, pride surrounded them as a neck-chain; the dress of violence will cover to them.

Word Study (Strong’s) for Psalms 73:6

ThereforeprideH1346Noun FemininecompasseththemaboutasachainH6059Verb violenceH2555Noun Masculine coverethH5848VerbthemasagarmentH7897Noun Masculine

Commentary for Psalms 73:6

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 73:6

Summary

The wicked wear arrogance and brutality like clothing

Event

Wicked display pride and violence

Estimated Time Period

c. 950 BC