Psalms 118:8
It is better to take refuge in the LORD than to trust in man.
Berean Standard Bible
In The King James Version
It is better to trust in the LORD than to put confidence in man.
In Context
7The LORD is on my side; He is my helper. Therefore I will look in triumph on those who hate me.
9It is better to take refuge in the LORD than to trust in princes.
Cross References
Psalms 40:4Blessed is the man who has made the LORD his trust, who has not turned to the proud, nor to those who lapse into falsehood.
Psalms 146:3Put not your trust in princes, in mortal man, who cannot save.
Micah 7:5Do not rely on a friend; do not trust in a companion. Seal the doors of your mouth from her who lies in your arms.
Matthew Henry on Psalms 118:2-19
Goodness of God Celebrated; Grateful Acknowledgments. 1 O give thanks unto the Lord ; for he is good: because his mercy endureth for ever. 2 Let Israel now say, that his mercy endureth for ever. 3 Let the house of Aaron now say, that his mercy endureth for ever. 4 Let them now that fear the Lord say, that his mercy endureth for ever. 5 I called upon the Lord in distress: the Lord answered me, and set me in a large place. 6 The Lord is on my side; I will not fear: what can man do unto me? 7 The Lord taketh my part… Read the whole commentary →