King James Version
psalm 33:16 in the King James Version says “There is no king saved by the multitude of an host: a mighty man is not delivered by much strength.” — study this verse from psalm chapter 33 with commentary, cross-references, and original Greek word analysis.
“There is no king saved by the multitude of an host: a mighty man is not delivered by much strength.”
psalm 33:16 · KJV
From the place of his habitation he looketh upon all the inhabitants of the earth.
He fashioneth their hearts alike; he considereth all their works.
There is no king saved by the multitude of an host: a mighty man is not delivered by much strength.
An horse is a vain thing for safety: neither shall he deliver any by his great strength.
Behold, the eye of the LORD is upon them that fear him, upon them that hope in his mercy;
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