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Psalms 11:3

King James Version (KJV)

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— D.L. Moody

Scripture focus

If the foundations be destroyed, what can the righteous do?

Psalms 11:3 — KJV

Commentary

Commentary on Psalms 11:3

Theological / Devotional

Foundations. These may here be thought of as the principles upon which good government rests: respect for truth and righteousness. If these are destroyed, what further can the righteous do? If the king and his counselors show contempt for that which they should uphold, collapse is inevitable. The righteous, helpless in such a case, can seek safety only in flight. But the psalmist does not accept such counsel. Verses 4–6 are his reply.

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