Psalms 146:7
“Which executeth judgment for the oppressed: which giveth food to the hungry. The LORD looseth the prisoners:”
Psalms 146:7 in 7 translations
- KJVKing James Version
- Which executeth judgment for the oppressed: which giveth food to the hungry. The LORD looseth the prisoners:
- DRADouay–Rheims
- Who keepeth truth for ever: who executeth judgment for them that suffer wrong: who giveth food to the hungry. The Lord looseth them that are fettered:
- ASVAmerican Standard Version
- Who executeth justice for the oppressed; Who giveth food to the hungry. Jehovah looseth the prisoners;
- DARBYDarby
- Who executeth judgment for the oppressed, who giveth bread to the hungry. Jehovah looseth the prisoners;
- WEBThe World English Bible
- who executes justice for the oppressed; who gives food to the hungry. Yahweh frees the prisoners.
- YLTYoung's Literal Translation
- Doing judgment for the oppressed, Giving bread to the hungry.
- BPVBiblePics Version
- He executes judgment for the oppressed and provides food for the hungry. The Lord frees the prisoners.
Context: Psalms 146
5Happy is he that hath the God of Jacob for his help, whose hope is in the LORD his God:
6Which made heaven, and earth, the sea, and all that therein is: which keepeth truth for ever:
7Which executeth judgment for the oppressed: which giveth food to the hungry. The LORD looseth the prisoners:
8The LORD openeth the eyes of the blind: the LORD raiseth them that are bowed down: the LORD loveth the righteous:
9The LORD preserveth the strangers; he relieveth the fatherless and widow: but the way of the wicked he turneth upside down.
About Psalms 146: Praise the Lord, O my Soul!
Psalm 146 is a beautiful expression of praise and trust in God. The psalmist acknowledges God's greatness and sovereignty over all things. He extols God's faithfulness to those who trust in Him and His mercy towards the oppressed and needy. He encourages his soul to put all his trust in God, who alone can provide true security and satisfaction.
Commentary
In times of trial and difficulty, it is easy to lose sight of God's goodness and faithfulness. The psalmist reminds us that God is always worthy of our praise and trust, regardless of our circumstances. He encourages us to rely on God and not on human strength, for only God can truly provide us with lasting security and hope. The psalmist also points out God's particular concern for the marginalized and oppressed, reminding us of our duty to care for those in need. Ultimately, Psalm 146 reminds us that our hope is not in ourselves, but in God alone, who reigns supreme over all things.