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Psalm 94:14-16
New Catholic Bible
Psalm 94:14-16
New Catholic Bible
14 For the Lord will not abandon his people
or forsake his heritage.[a]
15 Judgment will again be based on righteousness,
and all the upright in heart[b] will uphold it.
16 [c]Who will stand up for me against the wicked?
Who will defend me against evildoers?
Footnotes
- Psalm 94:14 God guides his people, especially the powerless, through difficult times because they are his possession, and he never rescinds his promises. On the day of the Lord, divine retribution will be meted out and justice will triumph. This verse is cited by Paul in Rom 11:1f.
- Psalm 94:15 The psalmist is certain that God will restore justice for the upright in heart. Heart: see note on Ps 4:8.
- Psalm 94:16 The faithful psalmist puts his trust only in God. When he was burdened with cares, temptations, difficulties, and trials, God was always there to help, console, and encourage him and bring joy to his soul.
