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Psalms 118:9

Psalms 118:9
It is better to trust in the LORD than to put confidence in princes.

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Trusted original commentary from respected historical Bible scholars and theologians.

Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771

They compassed me about; yea, they compassed me about,.... Which is repeated not only for the confirmation of, it, but…

Barnes' NotesPresbyterian pastor, 1798–1870

It is better ... than to put confidence in princes - Even in the most mighty of the human race; in those who of all…

Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–1714Psalms 118:1-18

It appears here, as often as elsewhere, that David had his heart full of the goodness of God. He loved to think of it,…