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Psalm 112

Psalm 112:7

The Blessed Fear of the LORD · Psalm 112:1–10
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Translations

Modern
He does not fear bad news; his heart is steadfast, trusting in the LORD.
Traditional
He shall not be afraid of evil tidings: his heart is fixed, trusting in the Lord.
Literal
Of an evil report he is not afraid; his heart is firm, trusting in YHWH.
Latin
In memoria æterna erit justus; ab auditione mala non timebit. Paratum cor ejus sperare in Domino,

Original

Hebrew
English
He does not fear bad news; his heart is steadfast, trusting in the LORD.

Notes

Psalms 112:1–10

This psalm repeats the themes of wisdom and the fear of the Lord (Psalm 111). Wise people have reasons to be happy (Psalm 112:1–5) and strong (112:6–10).

Psalms 111:1–117:2

The word Hallelujah! is repeated throughout this group of psalms.

Parallels

Psalm 128:1–6

Glossary

Acrostic Bible, Manuscripts and Text of the (New Testament) Fear Heart Music Poetry, Biblical Poor, the Psalms, Book of

Topics

Bad News Breakups Character of the Renewed Heart: Confident in God Character of the Renewed Heart: Fixed on God Character: Firmness of Faith: General Scriptures Concerning Heart: Renewed: Faith Heart: Unclassified Scriptures Descriptive of the Seat of the Affections Righteous: Described Righteousness: Fruits of Stability of Character Steadfastness Trust of Saints Is: Fixed Trusting Trusting in Prayer