Psalms 31:6

I hate those devoted to worthless idols; I trust in the Lord.

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In The King James Version

I have hated them that regard lying vanities: but I trust in the LORD.

In Context

5Into your hand I commend my spirit: you ransom me, Lord, faithful God.

7I will rejoice and be glad in your love, because you have looked on my misery, and cared for me in my distress.

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Cross References

Psalms 24:4The clean of hands, the pure of heart, who sets not their heart upon sinful things, nor swears with intent to deceive:

Psalms 96:7Ascribe to the Lord, you tribes of the nations, ascribe to the Lord glory and strength.

John 2:8And, when they had filled them to the brim, he added, “Now take some out, and carry it to the Master of the feast.” The servants did so.

1 Corinthians 8:4With reference, then, to eating food that has been offered to idols – we are aware that an idol is nothing in the world, and that there is no God but one.

Matthew Henry on Psalms 31:2-9

Prayer for Deliverance; Profession of Confidence in God. 1 In thee, O Lord , do I put my trust; let me never be ashamed: deliver me in thy righteousness. 2 Bow down thine ear to me; deliver me speedily: be thou my strong rock, for a house of defence to save me. 3 For thou art my rock and my fortress; therefore for thy name's sake lead me, and guide me. 4 Pull me out of the net that they have laid privily for me: for thou art my strength. 5 Into thine hand I commit my spirit: thou hast redeemed me, O Lord God of… Read the whole commentary →

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