Psalms 146:7 net — vindicates the oppressed, and gives food to the hungry. The LORD releases the imprisoned.

NET Bible

"vindicates the oppressed, and gives food to the hungry. The LORD releases the imprisoned."

— Psalms 146:7, NET Bible

Read in Another Translation

5 of 21 translations

Psalms 146:7 in Other Translations

6 versions All translations

Psalms 146 — Context

4

Their life’s breath departs, they return to the ground; on that day their plans die.

5

How blessed is the one whose helper is the God of Jacob, whose hope is in the LORD his God,

6

the one who made heaven and earth, the sea, and all that is in them, who remains forever faithful,

7

vindicates the oppressed, and gives food to the hungry. The LORD releases the imprisoned.

8

The LORD gives sight to the blind. The LORD lifts up all who are bent over. The LORD loves the godly.

9

The LORD protects the resident foreigner; he lifts up the fatherless and the widow, but he opposes the wicked.

10

The LORD rules forever, your God, O Zion, throughout the generations to come! Praise the LORD!

Psalms 146:7 — Frequently Asked Questions

7 questions
What does Psalms 146:7 say?
Psalms 146:7 in the NET Bible reads: “vindicates the oppressed, and gives food to the hungry. The LORD releases the imprisoned.”
Where is Psalms 146:7 in the Bible?
Psalms 146:7 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Psalms, chapter 146, 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 146:7.
What translation should I read Psalms 146:7 in?
Psalms 146:7 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 146:7?
Psalms 146:7 reads (NET): “vindicates the oppressed, and gives food to the hungry. The LORD releases the imprisoned.” 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.
GodsGoodBook logo

GodsGoodBook

Making God's Word accessible to everyone

Experience the Bible like never before with multiple translations, powerful search tools, and features to make God's Word personal to you. Completely free, forever.

Features

15+ Bible Translations
Powerful Search Tools
Highlight & Annotate
Share Verses
100% Free Forever
© 2025 GodsGoodBookVersion 1.8.2