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Psalms 129:4 Cross-References
Explore 8 cross-references for Psalms 129:4 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Psalms chapter 129 verse 4 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“The LORD is righteous: he hath cut asunder the cords of the wicked.”
Psalms 129:4 (KJV)
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Commentary on Psalms 129:4
Divine intervention is confessed: 'The LORD is righteous: he hath cut asunder the cords of the wicked.' The word 'righteous' (Hebrew 'tsaddiq') describes God's justice, faithfulness to covenant, and moral perfection. This attribute explains why God intervened - His righteousness required defending His people and judging oppressors. The phrase 'cut asunder the cords' pictures God severing the ropes or chains that bound Israel. 'Cords of the wicked' represent bondage, oppression, and control enemies exercised. The imagery shifts from plowing (v. 3) to binding and cutting - enemies not only wound...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Psalms 129:4
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“Yahweh. Your judgments are upright.”
“because his compassion doesn't fail.”
“righteousness belongs to you”
“who has not given us as a prey to their teeth.”
“but we have done wickedly;”
“the God of Israel”
“and see my sorrow: My virgins and my young men are gone into captivity.”
“they have spread the cords of a net by the path. They have set traps for me. Selah.”