For the Lord is high, yet he beholdeth the lowly, but the proud he knoweth [a]afar off.

Though I walk in the midst of trouble, yet wilt thou revive me: thou wilt stretch forth thine hand upon the wrath of mine enemies, and thy right hand shall save me.

The Lord will [b]perform his work toward me: O Lord, thy mercy endureth forever: forsake not the works of thine hands.

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Notas al pie

  1. Psalm 138:6 Distance of place cannot hinder God to show mercy to his, and to judge the wicked though they think that he is far off.
  2. Psalm 138:8 Though mine enemies rage never so much, yet the Lord, which hath begun his work in me, will continue his grace to the end.

Though the Lord is exalted, he looks kindly on the lowly;(A)
    though lofty, he sees them(B) from afar.
Though I walk(C) in the midst of trouble,
    you preserve my life.(D)
You stretch out your hand(E) against the anger of my foes;(F)
    with your right hand(G) you save me.(H)
The Lord will vindicate(I) me;
    your love, Lord, endures forever(J)
    do not abandon(K) the works of your hands.(L)

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