King James Version
psalm 37:17 in the King James Version says “For the arms of the wicked shall be broken: but the LORD upholdeth the righteous.” — study this verse from psalm chapter 37 with commentary, cross-references, and original Greek word analysis.
“For the arms of the wicked shall be broken: but the LORD upholdeth the righteous.”
psalm 37:17 · KJV
Their sword shall enter into their own heart, and their bows shall be broken.
A little that a righteous man hath is better than the riches of many wicked.
For the arms of the wicked shall be broken: but the LORD upholdeth the righteous.
The LORD knoweth the days of the upright: and their inheritance shall be for ever.
They shall not be ashamed in the evil time: and in the days of famine they shall be satisfied.
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