Psalms 82:6

I have said, Ye are gods; and all of you are children of the most High.

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In Context

5They know not, neither will they understand; they walk on in darkness: all the foundations of the earth are out of course.

7But ye shall die like men, and fall like one of the princes.

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Cross References

Exodus 22:28Thou shalt not revile the gods, nor curse the ruler of thy people.

John 10:34Jesus answered them, Is it not written in your law, I said, Ye are gods?

Matthew Henry on Psalms 82:2-6

The Duty of Magistrates. 1 God standeth in the congregation of the mighty; he judgeth among the gods. 2 How long will ye judge unjustly, and accept the persons of the wicked? Selah. 3 Defend the poor and fatherless: do justice to the afflicted and needy. 4 Deliver the poor and needy: rid them out of the hand of the wicked. 5 They know not, neither will they understand; they walk on in darkness: all the foundations of the earth are out of course. We have here, I. God's supreme presidency and power in all councils… Read the whole commentary →

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