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Psalms 11:3

Psalms 11:3
If the foundations be destroyed, what can the righteous do?

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Baptist theologian, 1697–1771

Gill's Exposition

If the foundations be destroyed,.... Or, "for the foundations are destroyed" (s); all things are out of order and course both in church and state; the laws, which are the foundations of government,…

Presbyterian pastor, 1798–1870

Barnes' Notes

If the foundations be destroyed - These are still to be regarded as the words of the psalmist’s advisers; or as an argument why he should make his escape. The word “foundations,” here, refers to those…

Nonconformist minister, 1662–1714

Matthew Henry

Psalms 11:1-3

Here is, I. David's fixed resolution to make God his confidence: In the Lord put I my trust, Psa 11:1. Those that truly fear God and serve him are welcome to put their trust in him, and shall not be…