Psalms 118:8
Psalms · Old Testament · Chapter 118
“It is better to trust in the LORD than to put confidence in man.”Psalms 118:8
What Does Psalms 118:8 Mean?
Psalms 118:8 is found in the book of Psalms, chapter 118, verse 8 of the Old Testament. This verse connects to 20 other passages through cross-references, placing it within a rich network of biblical meaning.
Cross-References (20)
These passages are connected to Psalms 118:8 through shared themes, quotations, or prophetic fulfillment.
Jeremiah 17:5“Thus saith the LORD; Cursed be the man that trusteth in man, and maketh flesh his arm, and whose heart departeth from the LORD.”Proverbs 29:25“The fear of man bringeth a snare: but whoso putteth his trust in the LORD shall be safe.”Psalms 40:4“Blessed is that man that maketh the LORD his trust, and respecteth not the proud, nor such as turn aside to lies.”Psalms 62:8“Trust in him at all times; ye people, pour out your heart before him: God is a refuge for us. Selah.”Micah 7:5“Trust ye not in a friend, put ye not confidence in a guide: keep the doors of thy mouth from her that lieth in thy bosom.”Psalms 146:3“Put not your trust in princes, nor in the son of man, in whom there is no help.”Psalms 125:1“They that trust in the LORD shall be as mount Zion, which cannot be removed, but abideth for ever.”1 Samuel 30:6“And David was greatly distressed; for the people spake of stoning him, because the soul of all the people was grieved, every man for his sons and for his daughters: but David encouraged himself in the LORD his God.”Psalms 112:7“He shall not be afraid of evil tidings: his heart is fixed, trusting in the LORD.”Daniel 6:16“Then the king commanded, and they brought Daniel, and cast him into the den of lions. Now the king spake and said unto Daniel, Thy God whom thou servest continually, he will deliver thee.”Isaiah 30:7“For the Egyptians shall help in vain, and to no purpose: therefore have I cried concerning this, Their strength is to sit still.”2 Kings 6:27“And he said, If the LORD do not help thee, whence shall I help thee? out of the barnfloor, or out of the winepress?”1 Timothy 6:17“Charge them that are rich in this world, that they be not highminded, nor trust in uncertain riches, but in the living God, who giveth us richly all things to enjoy;”Genesis 30:31“And he said, What shall I give thee? And Jacob said, Thou shalt not give me any thing: if thou wilt do this thing for me, I will again feed and keep thy flock.”Esther 6:3“And the king said, What honour and dignity hath been done to Mordecai for this? Then said the king’s servants that ministered unto him, There is nothing done for him.”Daniel 6:23“Then was the king exceeding glad for him, and commanded that they should take Daniel up out of the den. So Daniel was taken up out of the den, and no manner of hurt was found upon him, because he believed in his God.”Micah 1:14“Therefore shalt thou give presents to Moreshethgath: the houses of Achzib shall be a lie to the kings of Israel.”Judges 5:19“The kings came and fought, then fought the kings of Canaan in Taanach by the waters of Megiddo; they took no gain of money.”1 Samuel 23:12“Then said David, Will the men of Keilah deliver me and my men into the hand of Saul? And the LORD said, They will deliver thee up.”2 Samuel 20:2“So every man of Israel went up from after David, and followed Sheba the son of Bichri: but the men of Judah clave unto their king, from Jordan even to Jerusalem.”
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