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Psalms 82

Psalms 82 summary

Psalms 82 is the 82nd chapter of the book of Psalms, in the Old Testament — a book of poetry. It has 8 verses (about 131 words, a 1-minute read). Its themes touch on Psalms, Judge and Justice.

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1A Psalm of Asaph. God standeth in the congregation of the mighty; he judgeth among the gods. of Asaph: or, for Asaph

2How long will ye judge unjustly, and accept the persons of the wicked? Selah.

3Defend the poor and fatherless: do justice to the afflicted and needy. Defend: Heb. Judge

4Deliver the poor and needy: rid them out of the hand of the wicked.

5They know not, neither will they understand; they walk on in darkness: all the foundations of the earth are out of course. out: Heb. moved

6I have said, Ye are gods; and all of you are children of the most High.

7But ye shall die like men, and fall like one of the princes.

8Arise, O God, judge the earth: for thou shalt inherit all nations.

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What is Psalms 82 about?

Psalms 82 is the 82nd chapter of the book of Psalms, in the Old Testament — a book of poetry. It has 8 verses (about 131 words, a 1-minute read). Its themes touch on Psalms, Judge and Justice.

How many verses are in Psalms 82?

Psalms 82 contains 8 verses in the King James Version.

Is Psalms in the Old or New Testament?

Psalms is in the Old Testament of the Bible.

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