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Psalms 123:4 Cross-References
Explore 15 cross-references for Psalms 123:4 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Psalms chapter 123 verse 4 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“Our soul is exceedingly filled with the scorning of those that are at ease, and with the contempt of the proud .”
Psalms 123:4 (KJV)
Commentary on Psalms 123:4
The source of contempt is identified: 'Our soul is exceedingly filled with the scorning of those that are at ease, and with the contempt of the proud.' The word 'soul' (nephesh) represents the whole person - the mockery has penetrated deeply, affecting emotions, thoughts, and will. Two groups oppress: 'those that are at ease' (comfortable, prosperous, secure in their position) and 'the proud' (arrogant, self-exalting). The 'at ease' represent those who mock from positions of comfort, undisturbed by the suffering they observe or cause. The 'proud' actively exalt themselves while despising other...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Psalms 123:4
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“but I don't swerve from your law.”
“He that is ready to slip with his feet is as a lamp despised in the thought of him that is at ease.”
“some mocked; but others said”
“you women who are at ease! Be troubled”
“Festus said with a loud voice”
“I could join words together against you”
“and Tobiah the servant”
“and he has settled on his lees”
“you women who are at ease! Hear my voice! You careless daughters”
“[that] he is very proud; his loftiness”