Psalms 118:6-7

118:6 The Lord is on my side, I am not afraid!

What can people do to me?

118:7 The Lord is on my side as my helper.

I look in triumph on those who hate me.


tn Heb “for me.”

tn The rhetorical question assumes the answer, “Nothing!” The imperfect is used in a modal sense here, indicating capability or potential. See Ps 56:11.

tn Heb “for me.”

tn Heb “among my helpers.” The preposition may indicate identity here, while the plural may be one of majesty or respect.