Psalm 14:6

The Fool Says There Is No God · Psalm 14:1–7
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Translations

Modern
You sinners frustrate the plans of the oppressed, yet the LORD is their shelter.
Traditional
Ye have shamed the counsel of the poor, because the Lord is his refuge.
Literal
The counsel of the poor you have shamed, for YHWH is his place of refuge.
Latin
Quoniam Dominus in generatione justa est: consilium inopis confudistis, quoniam Dominus spes ejus est.

Original

Hebrew
English
You sinners frustrate the plans of the oppressed, yet the LORD is their shelter.

Notes

This wisdom psalm includes elements of lament and prophetic speech. The ideals of Psalm 8 clash with foolish human attitudes and sinful actions. Except for verses 5–6, this psalm is similar to Psalm 53.

Theme notes and profiles

David Wisdom Psalms

Parallels

Psalm 53:1–6 Isaiah 59:1–17 Romans 3:9–20

Glossary

David Music Poor, the Psalms, Book of

Topics

Contempt: The Wicked Exhibit Towards: The Poor God: Preserver Infidelity: General Scriptures Concerning Poor: God's Care of Protection is Afforded to The Poor The Poor: God is the Refuge of The Poor: The Wicked: Despise the Counsel of