Psalms 146:9

9 The LORD 1protects the strangers; He 2supports the fatherless and the widow, But He thwarts 3the way of the wicked.

Psalms 146:9 In-Context

7 Who executes justice for the oppressed; Who gives food to the hungry. The LORD sets the prisoners free.
8 The LORD opens the eyes of the blind; The LORD raises up those who are bowed down; The LORD loves the righteous;
9 The LORD protects the strangers; He supports the fatherless and the widow, But He thwarts the way of the wicked.
10 The LORD will reign forever, Your God, O Zion, to all generations. Praise the LORD !

Cross References 3

  • 1. Exodus 22:21; Leviticus 19:34
  • 2. Deuteronomy 10:18; Psalms 68:5
  • 3. Psalms 147:6

Footnotes 4

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