King James Version
psalm 89:20 in the King James Version says “I have found David my servant; with my holy oil have I anointed him:” — study this verse from psalm chapter 89 with commentary, cross-references, and original Greek word analysis.
“I have found David my servant; with my holy oil have I anointed him:”
psalm 89:20 · KJV
For the LORD is our defence; and the Holy One of Israel is our king. the LORD: or, our shield is of the LORD, and our king is of the Holy One of Israel
Then thou spakest in vision to thy holy one, and saidst, I have laid help upon one that is mighty; I have exalted one chosen out of the people.
I have found David my servant; with my holy oil have I anointed him:
With whom my hand shall be established: mine arm also shall strengthen him.
The enemy shall not exact upon him; nor the son of wickedness afflict him.
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