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Psalms 146:7 Cross-References
Explore 20 cross-references for Psalms 146:7 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Psalms chapter 146 verse 7 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“Which executeth judgment for the oppressed: which giveth food to the hungry. The LORD looseth the prisoners:”
Psalms 146:7 (KJV)
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Commentary on Psalms 146:7
Which executeth judgment for the oppressed (עֹשֶׂה מִשְׁפָּט לַעֲשׁוּקִים)—The Hebrew mishpat denotes both justice and judgment; God actively vindicates (ashuqim) those crushed by exploitation. This isn't passive sympathy but divine intervention in earthly affairs.Which giveth food to the hungry (נֹתֵן לֶחֶם לָרְעֵבִים)—God's lechem (bread) provision echoes the manna narrative (Exodus 16) and anticipates Jesus as the Bread of Life (John 6:35). The LORD looseth the prisoners (יְהוָה מַתִּיר אֲסוּרִים)—The verb matir means to release or unbind. Jesus applied this liberation motif to His messiani...
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Cross-References for Psalms 146:7
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“and justice for all who are oppressed.”
“but the rebellious dwell in a sun-scorched land.”
“to proclaim liberty to the captives”
“because of the blood of your covenant”
“because he is poor; and don't crush the needy in court;”
“that I may give thanks to your name. The righteous will surround me”
“that man who is of the earth may terrify no more.”
“For he satisfieth the longing soul”
“and were all filled. They gathered up twelve baskets of broken pieces that were left over.”