Psalms 118:7 net — The LORD is on my side as my helper. I look in triumph on those who hate me.

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"The LORD is on my side as my helper. I look in triumph on those who hate me."

— Psalms 118:7, NET Bible

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Psalms 118 — Context

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Let the loyal followers of the LORD say,“Yes, his loyal love endures!”

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In my distress I cried out to the LORD. The LORD answered me and put me in a wide open place.

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The LORD is on my side, I am not afraid! What can people do to me?

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The LORD is on my side as my helper. I look in triumph on those who hate me.

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It is better to take shelter in the LORD than to trust in people.

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It is better to take shelter in the LORD than to trust in princes.

10

All the nations surrounded me. Indeed, in the name of the LORD I pushed them away.

Psalms 118:7 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Psalms 118:7 say?
Psalms 118:7 in the NET Bible reads: “The LORD is on my side as my helper. I look in triumph on those who hate me.”
Where is Psalms 118:7 in the Bible?
Psalms 118:7 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Psalms, chapter 118, verse 7.
Who wrote Psalms?
Psalms is traditionally attributed to Multiple authors (David, Asaph, the sons of Korah, Solomon, Moses, others). Approximately 73 psalms are attributed to David; others to Asaph, the sons of Korah, Solomon, Moses, Heman, and Ethan; the remainder are anonymous. It was written c. 1410–430 BC.
What is the book of Psalms about?
The Psalms are the prayer book and hymnal of God's people, gathering a thousand years of inspired song — praise, lament, thanksgiving, confession, and royal and messianic worship. Every emotion of the believing heart finds a voice here, and every voice finds its center in Christ.
What are the major themes of Psalms?
Psalms explores themes including Praise, Lament, Trust, Messiah, Refuge, Kingship. These themes shape the meaning and context of Psalms 118:7.
What translation should I read Psalms 118:7 in?
Psalms 118:7 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize Psalms 118:7?
Psalms 118:7 reads (NET): “The LORD is on my side as my helper. I look in triumph on those who hate me.” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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