King James Version
psalm 85:11 in the King James Version says “Truth shall spring out of the earth; and righteousness shall look down from heaven.” — study this verse from psalm chapter 85 with commentary, cross-references, and original Greek word analysis.
“Truth shall spring out of the earth; and righteousness shall look down from heaven.”
psalm 85:11 · KJV
Surely his salvation is nigh them that fear him; that glory may dwell in our land.
Mercy and truth are met together; righteousness and peace have kissed each other.
Truth shall spring out of the earth; and righteousness shall look down from heaven.
Yea, the LORD shall give that which is good; and our land shall yield her increase.
Righteousness shall go before him; and shall set us in the way of his steps.
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