Holy Scripture

Psalms 62:9

A church father on this verse
“"But foolish are the sons of people." The psalmist knew that not all follow his instruction or permit themselves to hope in God, but that they have their hope in the follies of life. Therefore, he says, "But vain are the sons of people, the sons of people are liars." Why vain? Because they are liars. Where, especially…”
Basil of Caesarea, 4th c. — HOMILIES ON THE PSALMS 21:4

Source: Septuagint

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9My soul has kept very close behind thee: Thy right hand has upheld me.

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7Forasmuch as I have remembered thee on my bed: In the early seasons I have meditated on thee.

8For thou hast been my helper, And in the shelter of thy wings will I rejoice.

— Psalms 62:9 —

10But they vainly sought after my soul; They shall go into the lowest parts of the earth.

11They shall be delivered up to the power of the sword; They shall be portions for foxes.

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