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Psalm 138:6-8
New Catholic Bible
Psalm 138:6-8
New Catholic Bible
6 For though the Lord is exalted, he cares for the lowly,[a]
but he remains far distant from the proud.
7 Although I walk in the midst of hostility,
you preserve my life.
You stretch out your hand against the wrath of my enemies,
and with your right hand[b] you deliver me.
8 The Lord will fulfill his plan for me.
Your kindness, O Lord, endures forever;
do not forsake the work of your hands.[c]
Footnotes
- Psalm 138:6 The Lord lifts up the lowly (see note on Ps 113:7-9; Lk 1:48, 52) and puts down the proud (see notes on Pss 31:24; 131:1; see also Ps 101:5).
- Psalm 138:7 The psalmist describes the Lord extending his hand to offer help while passing judgment on those who cause his adversity (see Ps 144:7; Ex 3:20; 9:15). Right hand: symbol of strength (see Pss 60:7; 139:10).
- Psalm 138:8 The Lord has loving concern for his people and creation (see Pss 90:16; 92:6; 143:5; Isa 60:21; 64:8) and has a purpose for them (see note on Ps 57:3).
Psalm 138:6-8
New International Version
Psalm 138:6-8
New International Version
6 Though the Lord is exalted, he looks kindly on the lowly;(A)
though lofty, he sees them(B) from afar.
7 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)
8 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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