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Psalms 55:23 Cross-References
Explore 16 cross-references for Psalms 55:23 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Psalms chapter 55 verse 23 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“But thou, O God, shalt bring them down into the pit of destruction: bloody and deceitful men shall not live out half their days; but I will trust in thee. bloody: Heb. men of bloods and deceit shall: Heb. shall not half their days”
Psalms 55:23 (KJV)
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Commentary on Psalms 55:23
The contrast between the wicked's shortened days and the righteous's preservation reveals God's sovereign control over lifespans. 'Pit of destruction' translates Hebrew 'be'er shachat' (pit of corruption), evoking both Sheol and physical death. David's confidence ('I will trust in thee') demonstrates covenant faith—the righteous endure not by merit but by God's electing grace.
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Psalms 55:23
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“but the years of the wicked shall be shortened.”
“It shall be accomplished before his time”
“Thou shalt destroy them that speak leasing: the LORD will abhor the bloody and deceitful man.”
“and has fallen into the pit which he made.”
“for peace I had great anguish”
“neither be foolish. Why should you die before your time?”
“Surely thou didst set them in slippery places: thou castedst them down into destruction.”
“I have trusted in you. Don't let me be shamed. Don't let my enemies triumph over me.”
“Hell and destruction are never full; so the eyes of man are never satisfied.”
“Is it well with you”