Psalms 118:8 meaning and explanation
It is better to take refuge in the LORD than to trust in man.
Psalms 118:8, Berean Standard Bible
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Psalm 118 is a thanksgiving song, likely sung by a worshiper or the community after a hard won deliverance, moving from distress toward the temple. Verse 8 draws a general lesson from that experience: sheltering under God's protection is better than relying on human strength.
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