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href="/bsb/psalms/118.htm" class="clickchap" style="color:#001320" title="Click any translation name for full chapter">  (Click for Chapter)</a></div><div id="par"><span class="versiontext"><a href="/niv/psalms/118.htm">New International Version</a></span><br />It is better to take refuge in the LORD than to trust in humans.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/psalms/118.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />It is better to take refuge in the LORD than to trust in people.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/psalms/118.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />It is better to take refuge in the LORD than to trust in man.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/psalms/118.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />It is better to take refuge in the LORD than to trust in man.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/psalms/118.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br /><i>It is</i> better to trust in the LORD than to put confidence in man.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/psalms/118.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br /><i>It is</i> better to trust in the LORD Than to put confidence in man.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/psalms/118.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />It is better to take refuge in the LORD Than to trust in people.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/psalms/118.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />It is better to take refuge in the LORD Than to trust in man.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/psalms/118.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />It is better to take refuge in the LORD Than to trust in man.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/psalms/118.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />It is better to take refuge in Yahweh Than to trust in man.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/psalms/118.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />It is better to take refuge in the LORD Than to trust in man.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/psalms/118.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />It is better to take refuge in the LORD than to trust in humanity.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/psalms/118.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />It is better to take refuge in the LORD than to trust in man. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/psalms/118.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />It is better to take refuge in Jehovah Than to put confidence in man.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/psalms/118.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />It is better to trust the LORD for protection than to trust anyone else, <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/psalms/118.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />It is better to trust in the LORD than to put confidence in man.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/psalms/118.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />It is better to depend on the LORD than to trust mortals.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/psalms/118.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />It is better to trust in the LORD than to depend on people. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/psalms/118.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />It is better to take shelter in the LORD than to trust in people.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/psalms/118.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />It is better to take refuge in the LORD than to trust in man.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/psalms/118.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />It is better to take shelter in the LORD than to trust in people. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/psalms/118.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />It is better to take refuge in the LORD, than to put confidence in man.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/psalms/118.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />It is better to trust in the LORD than to put confidence in man.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/psalms/118.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />It is better to take refuge in Yahweh, than to put confidence in man. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/psalms/118.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />Better to take refuge in YHWH, "" Than to trust in man,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/psalms/118.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> Better to take refuge in Jehovah than to trust in man,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/psalms/118.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />Good to trust in Jehovah rather than to trust in man.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/psalms/118.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />It is good to confide in the Lord, rather than to have confidence in man. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/psalms/118.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br /><V 117:8>It is good to trust in the Lord, rather than to trust in man.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/psalms/118.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />Better to take refuge in the LORD than to put one’s trust in mortals. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/psalms/118.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />It is better to take refuge in the LORD than to put confidence in mortals.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/psalms/118.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />It is better to trust in the LORD than to put confidence in man.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/psalms/118.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />It is good to trust upon LORD JEHOVAH: better than to trust upon man.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/psalms/118.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />It is better to take refuge in the LORD Than to trust in man.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/psalms/118.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br /><i>It is</i> better to trust in the Lord than to trust in man.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/psalms/118-8.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=14810" 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/118.htm">Give Thanks to the LORD, for He is Good</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">7</span>The LORD is on my side; He is my helper. Therefore I will look in triumph on those who hate me. <span class="reftext">8</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/2896.htm" title="2896: ṭō·wḇ (Adj-ms) -- Pleasant, agreeable, good.">It is better</a> <a href="/hebrew/2620.htm" title="2620: la·ḥă·sō·wṯ (Prep-l:: V-Qal-Inf) -- To seek refuge. A primitive root; to flee for protection; figuratively, to confide in.">to take refuge</a> <a href="/hebrew/3068.htm" title="3068: Yah·weh (Prep-b:: N-proper-ms) -- The proper name of the God of Israel. From hayah; self-Existent or Eternal; Jehovah, Jewish national name of God.">in the LORD</a> <a href="/hebrew/982.htm" title="982: mib·bə·ṭō·aḥ (Prep-m:: V-Qal-Inf) -- To trust. A primitive root; properly, to hie for refuge; figuratively, to trust, be confident or sure.">than to trust</a> <a href="/hebrew/120.htm" title="120: bā·’ā·ḏām (Prep-b, Art:: N-ms) -- Man, mankind. From 'adam; ruddy i.e. A human being.">in man.</a> </span><span class="reftext">9</span>It is better to take refuge in the LORD than to trust in princes.…<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="/proverbs/3-5.htm">Proverbs 3:5</a></span><br />Trust in the LORD with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/jeremiah/17-5.htm">Jeremiah 17:5-7</a></span><br />This is what the LORD says: “Cursed is the man who trusts in mankind, who makes mere flesh his strength and turns his heart from the LORD. / He will be like a shrub in the desert; he will not see when prosperity comes. He will dwell in the parched places of the desert, in a salt land where no one lives. / But blessed is the man who trusts in the LORD, whose confidence is in Him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/2-22.htm">Isaiah 2:22</a></span><br />Put no more trust in man, who has only the breath in his nostrils. Of what account is he?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/146-3.htm">Psalm 146:3</a></span><br />Put not your trust in princes, in mortal man, who cannot save.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/40-4.htm">Psalm 40:4</a></span><br />Blessed is the man who has made the LORD his trust, who has not turned to the proud, nor to those who lapse into falsehood.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/62-8.htm">Psalm 62:8-9</a></span><br />Trust in Him at all times, O people; pour out your hearts before Him. God is our refuge. Selah / Lowborn men are but a vapor; the exalted are but a lie. Weighed on the scale, they go up; together they are but a vapor.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/31-1.htm">Isaiah 31:1</a></span><br />Woe to those who go down to Egypt for help, who rely on horses, who trust in their abundance of chariots and in their multitude of horsemen. They do not look to the Holy One of Israel; they do not seek the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/30-1.htm">Isaiah 30:1-3</a></span><br />“Woe to the rebellious children,” declares the LORD, “to those who carry out a plan that is not Mine, who form an alliance, but against My will, heaping up sin upon sin. / They set out to go down to Egypt without asking My advice, to seek shelter under Pharaoh’s protection and take refuge in Egypt’s shade. / But Pharaoh’s protection will become your shame, and the refuge of Egypt’s shade your disgrace.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_chronicles/32-7.htm">2 Chronicles 32:7-8</a></span><br />“Be strong and courageous! Do not be afraid or discouraged before the king of Assyria and the vast army with him, for there is a greater One with us than with him. / With him is only the arm of flesh, but with us is the LORD our God to help us and to fight our battles.” So the people were strengthened by the words of Hezekiah king of Judah.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/micah/7-5.htm">Micah 7:5</a></span><br />Do not rely on a friend; do not trust in a companion. Seal the doors of your mouth from her who lies in your arms.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/hebrews/13-6.htm">Hebrews 13:6</a></span><br />So we say with confidence: “The Lord is my helper; I will not be afraid. What can man do to me?”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_corinthians/1-9.htm">2 Corinthians 1:9-10</a></span><br />Indeed, we felt we were under the sentence of death, in order that we would not trust in ourselves, but in God, who raises the dead. / He has delivered us from such a deadly peril, and He will deliver us. In Him we have placed our hope that He will yet again deliver us,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/romans/15-13.htm">Romans 15:13</a></span><br />Now may the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you believe in Him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/philippians/4-6.htm">Philippians 4:6-7</a></span><br />Be anxious for nothing, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. / And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_timothy/4-10.htm">1 Timothy 4:10</a></span><br />To this end we labor and strive, because we have set our hope on the living God, who is the Savior of everyone, and especially of those who believe.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">It is better to trust in the LORD than to put confidence in man.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/40-4.htm">Psalm 40:4</a></b></br> Blessed <i>is</i> that man that maketh the LORD his trust, and respecteth not the proud, nor such as turn aside to lies.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/62-8.htm">Psalm 62:8,9</a></b></br> Trust in him at all times; ye people, pour out your heart before him: God <i>is</i> a refuge for us. Selah… </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/jeremiah/17-5.htm">Jeremiah 17:5-7</a></b></br> Thus saith the LORD; Cursed <i>be</i> the man that trusteth in man, and maketh flesh his arm, and whose heart departeth from the LORD… </p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/psalms/84-10.htm">Better</a> <a href="/psalms/78-7.htm">Confidence</a> <a href="/psalms/117-2.htm">Faith</a> <a href="/psalms/116-11.htm">Hope</a> <a href="/psalms/64-6.htm">One's</a> <a href="/psalms/104-18.htm">Refuge</a> <a href="/psalms/115-11.htm">Trust</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/psalms/118-9.htm">Better</a> <a href="/psalms/118-9.htm">Confidence</a> <a href="/psalms/118-9.htm">Faith</a> <a href="/psalms/118-9.htm">Hope</a> <a href="/psalms/118-9.htm">One's</a> <a href="/psalms/118-9.htm">Refuge</a> <a href="/psalms/118-9.htm">Trust</a><div class="vheading2">Psalm 118</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/118-1.htm">An exhortation to praise God for his mercy</a></span><br><span class="reftext">5. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/118-5.htm">The psalmist by his experience shows how good it is to trust in God</a></span><br><span class="reftext">19. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/118-19.htm">Under the type of the psalmist the coming of Christ in his kingdom is expressed</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'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div><br /><br /> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script> <br /><br /> </div> </td></tr></table></div></div></div><div id="combox"><div class="padcom"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheading"><table width="100%"><tr><td width="99%" valign="top"><a href="/study/psalms/118.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/psalms/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/psalms/118.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>It is better to take refuge in the LORD</b><br>This phrase emphasizes the superiority of relying on God over human means. In the biblical context, the LORD refers to Yahweh, the covenant-keeping God of Israel. Throughout the Old Testament, God is depicted as a refuge and fortress for His people (e.g., <a href="/psalms/46.htm">Psalm 46:1</a>). The imagery of refuge suggests a place of safety and protection, akin to ancient fortified cities where people would seek shelter during times of danger. This concept is deeply rooted in the history of Israel, where God repeatedly delivered His people from their enemies, as seen in the Exodus and various battles. Theologically, this phrase underscores the faithfulness and omnipotence of God, who is unchanging and reliable, unlike human beings who are fallible and limited.<p><b>than to trust in man.</b><br>This part of the verse contrasts divine reliability with human fallibility. Trusting in man can refer to relying on human wisdom, strength, or political alliances, which were common temptations for Israel throughout its history. For instance, the prophets often warned against forming alliances with foreign nations instead of trusting in God (e.g., <a href="/isaiah/31.htm">Isaiah 31:1</a>). Culturally, this reflects the ancient Near Eastern context where political and military alliances were crucial for survival. However, the biblical narrative consistently shows that such reliance often led to disappointment and disaster. This phrase also connects to the broader biblical theme of the limitations of human nature, as seen in passages like <a href="/jeremiah/17-5.htm">Jeremiah 17:5</a>, which warns against placing trust in human strength. In a typological sense, this can be seen as pointing to Jesus Christ, who is the ultimate refuge and fulfillment of God's promises, contrasting with the inadequacy of human leaders and saviors.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_psalmist.htm">The Psalmist</a></b><br>Traditionally attributed to King David, the psalmist is expressing a deep trust in God over human beings. This reflects a personal and communal experience of God's faithfulness.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_lord.htm">The LORD (Yahweh)</a></b><br>The covenant name of God, emphasizing His eternal, self-existent nature and His faithfulness to His promises.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/i/israel.htm">Israel</a></b><br>The nation of Israel, often the primary audience of the Psalms, is encouraged to trust in God rather than in human alliances or strength.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_temple.htm">The Temple</a></b><br>While not directly mentioned in this verse, the context of <a href="/bsb/psalms/118.htm">Psalm 118</a> suggests a setting of worship and thanksgiving, possibly during a festival at the Temple in Jerusalem.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/e/enemies_of_israel.htm">Enemies of Israel</a></b><br>Implicit in the psalm is the presence of adversaries, against whom the psalmist seeks refuge in God rather than relying on human help.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/t/trust_in_god's_sovereignty.htm">Trust in God's Sovereignty</a></b><br>Recognize that God is in control and His plans are perfect. Human plans and wisdom are limited and fallible.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/s/seek_refuge_in_prayer.htm">Seek Refuge in Prayer</a></b><br>Develop a habit of turning to God in prayer as your first response in times of trouble, rather than relying solely on human solutions.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/d/discernment_in_relationships.htm">Discernment in Relationships</a></b><br>While relationships are important, discern where your ultimate trust lies. Ensure that your faith is anchored in God, not in people.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/f/faith_over_fear.htm">Faith Over Fear</a></b><br>In moments of fear or uncertainty, remind yourself of God's faithfulness and choose faith over fear, knowing that God is your refuge.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/c/community_encouragement.htm">Community Encouragement</a></b><br>Encourage others in your community to place their trust in God, sharing testimonies of His faithfulness in your life.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_psalm_118.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Psalm 118</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_is_the_bible's_middle_verse.htm">What is the Bible's middle verse?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/who_is_the_bread,_light,_and_more.htm">What is the Bible's middle verse?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_does_'in_god_we_trust'_mean.htm">What does "In God We Trust" mean?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_is_trusting_man_a_curse.htm">Why is trusting in man considered a curse?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/psalms/118.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 8.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">It is better to trust in the Lord than to put confidence in man</span> (comp. <a href="/psalms/62-8.htm">Psalm 62:8, 9</a>). Israel, on its return from the Captivity, had begun by putting a good deal of trust in its human helpers, as Cyrus and the other friendly heathen mentioned in <a href="/ezra/1-4.htm">Ezra 1:4-6</a>; <a href="/ezra/3-7.htm">Ezra 3:7</a>. But this help, after a little time, had failed them (<a href="/ezra/4-1.htm">Ezra 4:1-24</a>), and they had found themselves in great difficulties. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/psalms/118-8.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">It is better</span><br /><span class="heb">ט֗וֹב</span> <span class="translit">(ṭō·wḇ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Adjective - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2896.htm">Strong's 2896: </a> </span><span class="str2">Pleasant, agreeable, good</span><br /><br /><span class="word">to take refuge</span><br /><span class="heb">לַחֲס֥וֹת</span> <span class="translit">(la·ḥă·sō·wṯ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-l | Verb - Qal - Infinitive construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2620.htm">Strong's 2620: </a> </span><span class="str2">To flee for, protection, to confide in</span><br /><br /><span class="word">in the LORD</span><br /><span class="heb">בַּיהוָ֑ה</span> <span class="translit">(Yah·weh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-b | 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">than to trust</span><br /><span class="heb">מִ֝בְּטֹ֗חַ</span> <span class="translit">(mib·bə·ṭō·aḥ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-m | Verb - Qal - Infinitive construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_982.htm">Strong's 982: </a> </span><span class="str2">To trust, be confident, sure</span><br /><br /><span class="word">in man.</span><br /><span class="heb">בָּאָדָֽם׃</span> <span class="translit">(bā·’ā·ḏām)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-b, Article | Noun - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_120.htm">Strong's 120: </a> </span><span class="str2">Ruddy, a human being</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/psalms/118-8.htm">Psalm 118:8 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/psalms/118-8.htm">Psalm 118:8 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/psalms/118-8.htm">Psalm 118:8 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/psalms/118-8.htm">Psalm 118:8 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/psalms/118-8.htm">Psalm 118:8 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/psalms/118-8.htm">Psalm 118:8 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/psalms/118-8.htm">Psalm 118:8 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/psalms/118-8.htm">Psalm 118:8 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/psalms/118-8.htm">Psalm 118:8 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/psalms/118-8.htm">Psalm 118:8 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/psalms/118-8.htm">OT Poetry: Psalm 118:8 It is better to take refuge (Psalm Ps Psa.) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/psalms/118-7.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Psalm 118:7"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Psalm 118:7" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/psalms/118-9.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Psalm 118:9"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Psalm 118:9" /></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>