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he casts the wicked to the ground.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/psalms/147.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />The LORD sustains the humble, but casts the wicked to the ground.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/psalms/147.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />The LORD lifteth up the meek: he casteth the wicked down to the ground.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/psalms/147.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />The LORD lifts up the humble; He casts the wicked down to the ground.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/psalms/147.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />The LORD supports the afflicted; He brings the wicked down to the ground.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/psalms/147.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />The LORD supports the afflicted; He brings down the wicked to the ground.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/psalms/147.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />The LORD supports the afflicted; He brings down the wicked to the ground.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/psalms/147.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />Yahweh helps up the afflicted; He brings down the wicked to the ground.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/psalms/147.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />The LORD lifts up the humble; He casts the wicked down to the ground.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/psalms/147.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />The LORD helps the oppressed but brings the wicked to the ground.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/psalms/147.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />The LORD helps the afflicted but brings the wicked to the ground. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/psalms/147.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />Jehovah upholdeth the meek: He bringeth the wicked down to the ground.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/psalms/147.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />The LORD helps the oppressed, but he smears the wicked in the dirt. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/psalms/147.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />The LORD upholdeth the meek: he bringeth the wicked down to the ground.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/psalms/147.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />The LORD gives relief to those who are oppressed. He brings wicked people down to the ground.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/psalms/147.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />He raises the humble, but crushes the wicked to the ground. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/psalms/147.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />The LORD supports the afflicted while he casts the wicked to the ground.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/psalms/147.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />The LORD sustains the humble, but casts the wicked to the ground.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/psalms/147.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />The LORD lifts up the oppressed, but knocks the wicked to the ground. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/psalms/147.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />The LORD upholds the humble. He brings the wicked down to the ground.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/psalms/147.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />The LORD lifteth up the meek: he casteth the wicked down to the ground.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/psalms/147.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />Yahweh upholds the humble. He brings the wicked down to the ground. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/psalms/147.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />YHWH is causing the meek to stand, "" Making the wicked low to the earth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/psalms/147.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> Jehovah is causing the meek to stand, Making low the wicked unto the earth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/psalms/147.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />Jehovah setting up again the poor, and humbling the unjust even to the earth.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/psalms/147.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />The Lord lifteth up the meek, and bringeth the wicked down even to the ground. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/psalms/147.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br /><V 146:6>The Lord lifts up the meek, but he brings down the sinner, even to the ground.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/psalms/147.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />The LORD gives aid to the poor, but casts the wicked to the ground. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/psalms/147.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />The LORD lifts up the downtrodden; he casts the wicked to the ground.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/psalms/147.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />The LORD lifts up the meek; he humbles the wicked down to the ground.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/psalms/147.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />LORD JEHOVAH raises the poor and humbles the evil unto the dirt.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/psalms/147.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />The LORD upholdeth the humble; He bringeth the wicked down to the ground.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/psalms/147.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />The Lord lifts up the meek; but brings sinners down to the ground.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/psalms/147-6.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></span></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv"><b>Audio Bible</b></div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/nFaD2oDhKPc?start=18144" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><div class="vheadingv"><b>Context</b></div><span class="hdg"><a href="/bsb/psalms/147.htm">It is Good to Sing Praises</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">5</span>Great is our Lord, and mighty in power; His understanding has no limit. <span class="reftext">6</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/3068.htm" title="3068: Yah·weh (N-proper-ms) -- The proper name of the God of Israel. From hayah; self-Existent or Eternal; Jehovah, Jewish national name of God.">The LORD</a> <a href="/hebrew/5749.htm" title="5749: mə·‘ō·w·ḏêḏ (V-Piel-Prtcpl-ms) -- A primitive root; to duplicate or repeat; by implication, to protest, testify; intensively, to encompass, restore.">sustains</a> <a href="/hebrew/6035.htm" title="6035: ‘ă·nā·wîm (Adj-mp) -- Poor, afflicted, humble, meek. Or Aanayv; from anah; depressed, in mind or circumstances.">the humble,</a> <a href="/hebrew/8213.htm" title="8213: maš·pîl (V-Hifil-Prtcpl-ms) -- To be or become low, to be abased. A primitive root; to depress or sink.">but casts</a> <a href="/hebrew/7563.htm" title="7563: rə·šā·‘îm (Adj-mp) -- Wicked, criminal. From rasha'; morally wrong; concretely, an bad person.">the wicked</a> <a href="/hebrew/5704.htm" title="5704: ‘ă·ḏê- (Prep) -- As far as, even to, up to, until, while. Properly, the same as ad; as far as, whether of space or time or degree.">to</a> <a href="/hebrew/776.htm" title="776: ’ā·reṣ (N-fs) -- Earth, land. From an unused root probably meaning to be firm; the earth.">the ground.</a> </span><span class="reftext">7</span>Sing to the LORD with thanksgiving; make music on the harp to our God,…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><span class="crossverse"><a href="/james/4-10.htm">James 4:10</a></span><br />Humble yourselves before the Lord, and He will exalt you.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_peter/5-6.htm">1 Peter 5:6</a></span><br />Humble yourselves, therefore, under God’s mighty hand, so that in due time He may exalt you.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/23-12.htm">Matthew 23:12</a></span><br />For whoever exalts himself will be humbled, and whoever humbles himself will be exalted.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/luke/1-52.htm">Luke 1:52</a></span><br />He has brought down rulers from their thrones, but has exalted the humble.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/luke/14-11.htm">Luke 14:11</a></span><br />For everyone who exalts himself will be humbled, and the one who humbles himself will be exalted.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/luke/18-14.htm">Luke 18:14</a></span><br />I tell you, this man, rather than the Pharisee, went home justified. For everyone who exalts himself will be humbled, but the one who humbles himself will be exalted.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/3-34.htm">Proverbs 3:34</a></span><br />He mocks the mockers, but gives grace to the humble.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/40-29.htm">Isaiah 40:29-31</a></span><br />He gives power to the faint and increases the strength of the weak. / Even youths grow tired and weary, and young men stumble and fall. / But those who wait upon the LORD will renew their strength; they will mount up with wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not faint.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/57-15.htm">Isaiah 57:15</a></span><br />For thus says the One who is high and lifted up, who inhabits eternity, whose name is Holy: “I dwell in a high and holy place, and with the oppressed and humble in spirit, to restore the spirit of the lowly and revive the heart of the contrite.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/61-1.htm">Isaiah 61:1-3</a></span><br />The Spirit of the Lord GOD is on Me, because the LORD has anointed Me to preach good news to the poor. He has sent Me to bind up the brokenhearted, to proclaim liberty to the captives and freedom to the prisoners, / to proclaim the year of the LORD’s favor and the day of our God’s vengeance, to comfort all who mourn, / to console the mourners in Zion—to give them a crown of beauty for ashes, the oil of joy for mourning, and a garment of praise for a spirit of despair. So they will be called oaks of righteousness, the planting of the LORD, that He may be glorified.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_samuel/2-7.htm">1 Samuel 2:7-8</a></span><br />The LORD sends poverty and wealth; He humbles and He exalts. / He raises the poor from the dust and lifts the needy from the ash heap. He seats them among princes and bestows on them a throne of honor. For the foundations of the earth are the LORD’s, and upon them He has set the world.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/job/5-11.htm">Job 5:11</a></span><br />He sets the lowly on high, so that mourners are lifted to safety.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/job/22-29.htm">Job 22:29</a></span><br />When men are brought low and you say, ‘Lift them up!’ then He will save the lowly.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/25-9.htm">Psalm 25:9</a></span><br />He guides the humble in what is right and teaches them His way.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/37-11.htm">Psalm 37:11</a></span><br />But the meek will inherit the land and delight in abundant prosperity.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">The LORD lifts up the meek: he casts the wicked down to the ground.</p><p class="hdg">lifteth up</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/25-9.htm">Psalm 25:9</a></b></br> The meek will he guide in judgment: and the meek will he teach his way.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/37-11.htm">Psalm 37:11</a></b></br> But the meek shall inherit the earth; and shall delight themselves in the abundance of peace.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/145-14.htm">Psalm 145:14</a></b></br> The LORD upholdeth all that fall, and raiseth up all <i>those that be</i> bowed down.</p><p class="hdg">he casteth</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/55-23.htm">Psalm 55:23</a></b></br> But thou, O God, shalt bring them down into the pit of destruction: bloody and deceitful men shall not live out half their days; but I will trust in thee.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/73-18.htm">Psalm 73:18,19</a></b></br> Surely thou didst set them in slippery places: thou castedst them down into destruction… </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/146-9.htm">Psalm 146:9</a></b></br> The LORD preserveth the strangers; he relieveth the fatherless and widow: but the way of the wicked he turneth upside down.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/psalms/140-12.htm">Afflicted</a> <a href="/psalms/78-55.htm">Casteth</a> <a href="/psalms/15-3.htm">Casts</a> <a href="/psalms/135-7.htm">Causing</a> <a href="/psalms/74-21.htm">Downtrodden</a> <a href="/psalms/146-6.htm">Earth</a> <a href="/psalms/147-4.htm">Gives</a> <a href="/psalms/146-4.htm">Ground</a> <a href="/psalms/146-9.htm">Help</a> <a href="/psalms/89-22.htm">Humble</a> <a href="/psalms/146-9.htm">Lifteth</a> <a href="/psalms/146-6.htm">Making</a> <a href="/psalms/76-9.htm">Meek</a> <a href="/psalms/140-12.htm">Poor</a> <a href="/psalms/146-9.htm">Sends</a> <a href="/psalms/132-18.htm">Shame</a> <a href="/psalms/146-9.htm">Sinners</a> <a href="/psalms/146-4.htm">Spirit</a> <a href="/psalms/135-2.htm">Stand</a> <a href="/psalms/146-9.htm">Supports</a> <a href="/psalms/146-9.htm">Sustains</a> <a href="/psalms/146-9.htm">Upholdeth</a> <a href="/psalms/146-9.htm">Upholds</a> <a href="/psalms/146-9.htm">Wicked</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/psalms/149-4.htm">Afflicted</a> <a href="/psalms/147-17.htm">Casteth</a> <a href="/psalms/147-17.htm">Casts</a> <a href="/psalms/147-8.htm">Causing</a> <a href="/psalms/74-21.htm">Downtrodden</a> <a href="/psalms/147-8.htm">Earth</a> <a href="/psalms/147-9.htm">Gives</a> <a href="/proverbs/12-11.htm">Ground</a> <a href="/proverbs/6-15.htm">Help</a> <a href="/psalms/149-4.htm">Humble</a> <a href="/isaiah/41-16.htm">Lifteth</a> <a href="/psalms/147-14.htm">Making</a> <a href="/psalms/149-4.htm">Meek</a> <a href="/psalms/149-4.htm">Poor</a> <a href="/psalms/147-15.htm">Sends</a> <a href="/proverbs/3-35.htm">Shame</a> <a href="/proverbs/1-10.htm">Sinners</a> <a href="/psalms/149-4.htm">Spirit</a> <a href="/psalms/147-17.htm">Stand</a> <a href="/jeremiah/52-19.htm">Supports</a> <a href="/proverbs/18-14.htm">Sustains</a> <a href="/proverbs/20-28.htm">Upholdeth</a> <a href="/proverbs/20-28.htm">Upholds</a> <a href="/proverbs/2-12.htm">Wicked</a><div class="vheading2">Psalm 147</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/147-1.htm">The prophet exhorts to praise God for his care of the church</a></span><br><span class="reftext">4. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/147-4.htm">His power and wisdom</a></span><br><span class="reftext">6. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/147-6.htm">His mercy</a></span><br><span class="reftext">7. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/147-7.htm">His providence</a></span><br><span class="reftext">12. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/147-12.htm">To praise him for his blessings upon the kingdom</a></span><br><span class="reftext">15. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/147-15.htm">For his power over the elements</a></span><br><span class="reftext">19. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/147-19.htm">And for his ordinances in the church</a></span><br></div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; 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In biblical context, humility is often associated with a recognition of one's dependence on God and a willingness to submit to His will. The Hebrew word for "humble" can also mean "afflicted" or "poor," suggesting that God supports those who are lowly in spirit or circumstance. This aligns with teachings found in <a href="/proverbs/3-34.htm">Proverbs 3:34</a>, where God is said to give grace to the humble. The concept of humility is central to the teachings of Jesus, who exemplified humility in His life and ministry (<a href="/philippians/2-5.htm">Philippians 2:5-8</a>). The sustaining power of God is a recurring theme in the Psalms, where He is depicted as a refuge and strength for those who trust in Him.<p><b>but casts the wicked to the ground</b><br>This part of the verse contrasts the fate of the wicked with that of the humble. The imagery of being "cast to the ground" suggests a forceful and decisive action by God against those who are morally corrupt or rebellious. In the historical and cultural context of ancient Israel, the wicked were often those who opposed God's covenant and oppressed His people. This phrase echoes the justice of God as seen throughout the Old Testament, where the wicked are often brought low as a consequence of their actions (<a href="/psalms/37-17.htm">Psalm 37:17</a>). The casting down of the wicked can also be seen as a prophetic foreshadowing of the ultimate judgment that will occur at the end of times, as described in <a href="/revelation/20-11.htm">Revelation 20:11-15</a>. This serves as a reminder of the moral order established by God, where righteousness is rewarded and wickedness is punished.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_lord.htm">The LORD (Yahweh)</a></b><br>The covenant name of God, emphasizing His eternal existence and faithfulness to His people.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_humble.htm">The Humble</a></b><br>Those who are lowly in spirit, recognizing their dependence on God and submitting to His will.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_wicked.htm">The Wicked</a></b><br>Individuals who live in opposition to God's ways, characterized by pride and rebellion against His commandments.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/t/the_importance_of_humility.htm">The Importance of Humility</a></b><br>Humility is a foundational Christian virtue that aligns us with God's character and opens us to His grace and sustenance.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/g/god's_justice_and_righteousness.htm">God's Justice and Righteousness</a></b><br>God's casting down of the wicked demonstrates His commitment to justice and righteousness, reminding us of the consequences of living in opposition to His will.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/d/dependence_on_god.htm">Dependence on God</a></b><br>Recognizing our need for God's sustenance encourages a life of prayer and reliance on His strength rather than our own abilities.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_consequences_of_pride.htm">The Consequences of Pride</a></b><br>Pride leads to downfall and separation from God's favor, urging us to examine our hearts and attitudes regularly.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/l/living_in_god's_favor.htm">Living in God's Favor</a></b><br>By cultivating humility, we position ourselves to receive God's favor and blessings, experiencing His sustaining power in our lives.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_psalm_147.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Psalm 147</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_was_jesus'_place_of_residence.htm">What defines a psalm?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_does_god_view_human_strength.htm">(Psalm 147:10-11) How does God's supposed indifference to physical strength align with other biblical passages that celebrate or rely upon human might in battles and conquests?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_does_psalm_11_6_align_with_mercy.htm">How does Psalm 11:6's description of raining coals and brimstone fit with other biblical accounts that emphasize mercy over destruction?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_does_god_expect_from_us.htm">What does God expect from us?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/psalms/147.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(6) <span class= "bld">The meek.--</span>Or, <span class= "ital">the afflicted. </span>(See Note <a href="/psalms/22-26.htm" title="The meek shall eat and be satisfied: they shall praise the LORD that seek him: your heart shall live for ever.">Psalm 22:26</a>.)<p><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/psalms/147.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 6.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">The Lord lifteth up the meek</span> (comp. <a href="/psalms/145-14.htm">Psalm 145:14</a>; <a href="/psalms/146-8.htm">Psalm 146:8</a>). <span class="cmt_word">He casteth the wicked down to the ground</span> (comp. <a href="/psalms/146-9.htm">Psalm 146:9</a>, and the comment <span class="accented">ad loc</span>.). <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/psalms/147-6.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a></span><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Hebrew</div><span class="word">The LORD</span><br /><span class="heb">יְהוָ֑ה</span> <span class="translit">(Yah·weh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3068.htm">Strong's 3068: </a> </span><span class="str2">LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel</span><br /><br /><span class="word">sustains</span><br /><span class="heb">מְעוֹדֵ֣ד</span> <span class="translit">(mə·‘ō·w·ḏêḏ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Piel - Participle - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5749.htm">Strong's 5749: </a> </span><span class="str2">To duplicate, repeat, to protest, testify, to encompass, restore</span><br /><br /><span class="word">the afflicted,</span><br /><span class="heb">עֲנָוִ֣ים</span> <span class="translit">(‘ă·nā·wîm)</span><br /><span class="parse">Adjective - masculine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_6035.htm">Strong's 6035: </a> </span><span class="str2">Poor, afflicted, humble, meek</span><br /><br /><span class="word">[but] casts</span><br /><span class="heb">מַשְׁפִּ֖יל</span> <span class="translit">(maš·pîl)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Hifil - Participle - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_8213.htm">Strong's 8213: </a> </span><span class="str2">To be or become low, to be abased</span><br /><br /><span class="word">the wicked</span><br /><span class="heb">רְשָׁעִ֣ים</span> <span class="translit">(rə·šā·‘îm)</span><br /><span class="parse">Adjective - masculine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7563.htm">Strong's 7563: </a> </span><span class="str2">Wrong, an, bad person</span><br /><br /><span class="word">to the ground.</span><br /><span class="heb">אָֽרֶץ׃</span> <span class="translit">(’ā·reṣ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - feminine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_776.htm">Strong's 776: </a> </span><span class="str2">Earth, land</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/psalms/147-6.htm">Psalm 147:6 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/psalms/147-6.htm">Psalm 147:6 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/psalms/147-6.htm">Psalm 147:6 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/psalms/147-6.htm">Psalm 147:6 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/psalms/147-6.htm">Psalm 147:6 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/psalms/147-6.htm">Psalm 147:6 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/psalms/147-6.htm">Psalm 147:6 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/psalms/147-6.htm">Psalm 147:6 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/psalms/147-6.htm">Psalm 147:6 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/psalms/147-6.htm">Psalm 147:6 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/psalms/147-6.htm">OT Poetry: Psalm 147:6 Yahweh upholds the humble (Psalm Ps Psa.) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/psalms/147-5.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Psalm 147:5"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Psalm 147:5" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/psalms/147-7.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Psalm 147:7"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Psalm 147:7" /></a></div><div id="botleft"><a href="#" onmouseover='botleft.src="/botleftgif.png"' onmouseout='botleft.src="/botleft.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botleft.png" name="botleft" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="botright"><a href="#" onmouseover='botright.src="/botrightgif.png"' onmouseout='botright.src="/botright.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botright.png" name="botright" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="bot"><iframe width="100%" height="1500" scrolling="no" src="/botmenubhnew2.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></div></td></tr></table></div></body></html>