Psalms 20:7-9

7 Some trust in chariots and some in horses, but we trust in the name of the LORD our God.

8 They are brought to their knees and fall, but we rise up and stand firm.

9 LORD, give victory to the king! Answer us when we call!

Psalms 20:7-9 Meaning and Commentary

Psalms 20:7-9 In-Context

5 May we shout for joy over your victory and lift up our banners in the name of our God. May the LORD grant all your requests.

6 Now this I know: The LORD gives victory to his anointed. He answers him from his heavenly sanctuary with the victorious power of his right hand.

7 Some trust in chariots and some in horses, but we trust in the name of the LORD our God.

8 They are brought to their knees and fall, but we rise up and stand firm.

9 LORD, give victory to the king! Answer us when we call!

Cross References

• 1. S 2 Kings 19:23
• 2. S Deuteronomy 17:16; Psalms 33:17; Psalms 147:10; Proverbs 21:31; Isaiah 31:1; Isaiah 36:8,9
• 3. S 2 Chronicles 32:8
• 4. Psalms 27:2; Isaiah 40:30; Jeremiah 46:6; Jeremiah 50:32
• 5. Micah 7:8
• 6. S Job 11:15; Psalms 37:23; Proverbs 10:25; Isaiah 7:9
• 7. Psalms 3:7; Psalms 17:6