Psalms 147:10
He does not delight in the strength of the horse; He takes no pleasure in the legs of a man.
Majority Standard Bible
In The King James Version
He delighteth not in the strength of the horse: he taketh not pleasure in the legs of a man.
In Context
9He provides food for the animals, and for the young ravens when they call.
11The LORD is pleased with those who fear Him, who hope in His loving devotion.
Cross References
2 Samuel 1:23Saul and Jonathan, beloved and delightful in life, were not divided in death. They were swifter than eagles; they were stronger than lions.
Job 39:11Can you rely on his great strength? Will you leave your hard work to him?
Psalms 20:7Some trust in chariots and others in horses, but we trust in the name of the LORD our God.
Proverbs 21:31A horse is prepared for the day of battle, but victory is of the LORD.
Isaiah 31:1Woe to those who go down to Egypt for help, who rely on horses, who trust in their abundance of chariots and in their multitude of horsemen. They do not look to the Holy One of Israel; they do not seek the LORD.
Matthew Henry on Psalms 147:2-12
A Call to Praise God; Reasons for Praise. 1 Praise ye the Lord : for it is good to sing praises unto our God; for it is pleasant; and praise is comely. 2 The Lord doth build up Jerusalem: he gathereth together the outcasts of Israel. 3 He healeth the broken in heart, and bindeth up their wounds. 4 He telleth the number of the stars; he calleth them all by their names. 5 Great is our Lord, and of great power: his understanding is infinite. 6 The Lord lifteth up the meek: he casteth the wicked down to the ground. 7… Read the whole commentary →