Psalms 9:8

NET Bible® (New English Translation)

He judges the world fairly; he makes just legal decisions for the nations.

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  • Ps 96:13 : 13 before the LORD, for he comes! For he comes to judge the earth! He judges the world fairly, and the nations in accordance with his justice.
  • Ps 98:9 : 9 before the LORD! For he comes to judge the earth! He judges the world fairly, and the nations in a just manner.
  • Ps 99:4 : 4 The king is strong; he loves justice. You ensure that legal decisions will be made fairly; you promote justice and equity in Jacob.
  • Isa 11:4-5 : 4 He will treat the poor fairly, and make right decisions for the downtrodden of the earth. He will strike the earth with the rod of his mouth, and order the wicked to be executed. 5 Justice will be like a belt around his waist, integrity will be like a belt around his hips.
  • Acts 17:31 : 31 because he has set a day on which he is going to judge the world in righteousness, by a man whom he designated, having provided proof to everyone by raising him from the dead.”
  • Rom 2:5-6 : 5 But because of your stubbornness and your unrepentant heart, you are storing up wrath for yourselves in the day of wrath, when God’s righteous judgment is revealed! 6 He will reward each one according to his works:
  • Rom 2:16 : 16 on the day when God will judge the secrets of human hearts, according to my gospel through Christ Jesus.
  • Rev 20:12-13 : 12 And I saw the dead, the great and the small, standing before the throne. Then books were opened, and another book was opened– the book of life. So the dead were judged by what was written in the books, according to their deeds. 13 The sea gave up the dead that were in it, and Death and Hades gave up the dead that were in them, and each one was judged according to his deeds.
  • Gen 18:25 : 25 Far be it from you to do such a thing– to kill the godly with the wicked, treating the godly and the wicked alike! Far be it from you! Will not the judge of the whole earth do what is right?”
  • Ps 50:6 : 6 The heavens declare his fairness, for God is judge.(Selah)
  • Ps 94:15 : 15 For justice will prevail, and all the morally upright will be vindicated.

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  • 9before the LORD! For he comes to judge the earth! He judges the world fairly, and the nations in a just manner.

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    7But the LORD rules forever; he reigns in a just manner.

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    8The LORD judges the nations. Vindicate me, LORD, because I am innocent, because I am blameless, O Exalted One!

    9May the evil deeds of the wicked come to an end! But make the innocent secure, O righteous God, you who examine inner thoughts and motives!

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    2Then he will judge your people fairly, and your oppressed ones equitably.

    3The mountains will bring news of peace to the people, and the hills will announce justice.

    4He will defend the oppressed among the people; he will deliver the children of the poor and crush the oppressor.

  • 13before the LORD, for he comes! For he comes to judge the earth! He judges the world fairly, and the nations in accordance with his justice.

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    9Consequently the LORD provides safety for the oppressed; he provides safety in times of trouble.

  • 10Say among the nations,“The LORD reigns! The world is established, it cannot be moved. He judges the nations fairly.”

  • 13The LORD takes his position to judge; he stands up to pass sentence on his people.

  • 6The LORD does what is fair, and executes justice for all the oppressed.

  • 15For justice will prevail, and all the morally upright will be vindicated.

  • 5Then a trustworthy king will be established; he will rule in a reliable manner, this one from David’s family. He will be sure to make just decisions and will be experienced in executing justice.

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    4For you defended my just cause; from your throne you pronounced a just decision.

  • 11Then observers will say,“Yes indeed, the godly are rewarded! Yes indeed, there is a God who judges in the earth!”

  • 2Dark clouds surround him; equity and justice are the foundation of his throne.

  • 2God says,“At the appointed times, I judge fairly.

  • 6He will vindicate you in broad daylight, and publicly defend your just cause.

  • 4The king is strong; he loves justice. You ensure that legal decisions will be made fairly; you promote justice and equity in Jacob.

  • 6The heavens declare his fairness, for God is judge.(Selah)

  • 14For the LORD vindicates his people, and has compassion on his servants.

  • 4He summons the heavens above, as well as the earth, so that he might judge his people.

  • 6He executes judgment against the nations; he fills the valleys with corpses; he shatters their heads over the vast battlefield.

  • 4Let foreigners rejoice and celebrate! For you execute justice among the nations, and govern the people living on earth.(Selah)

  • 5He promotes equity and justice; the LORD’s faithfulness extends throughout the earth.

  • 4He will treat the poor fairly, and make right decisions for the downtrodden of the earth. He will strike the earth with the rod of his mouth, and order the wicked to be executed.

  • 1Justice and Wisdom Will Prevail Look, a king will promote fairness; officials will promote justice.

  • 3How blessed are those who promote justice, and do what is right all the time!

  • 11God is a just judge; he is angry throughout the day.

  • 9when God arose to execute judgment, and to deliver all the oppressed of the earth.(Selah)

  • 7He is the LORD our God; he carries out judgment throughout the earth.

  • 6He told the judges,“Be careful what you do, for you are not judging for men, but for the LORD, who will be with you when you make judicial decisions.

  • 18You defend the fatherless and oppressed, so that mere mortals may no longer terrorize them.

  • 14If a king judges the poor in truth, his throne will be established forever.

  • 5The LORD is exalted, indeed, he lives in heaven; he fills Zion with justice and fairness.

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    8The LORD is both kind and fair; that is why he teaches sinners the right way to live.

    9May he show the humble what is right! May he teach the humble his way!

  • 6He will give discernment to the one who makes judicial decisions, and strength to those who defend the city from attackers.

  • 14Equity and justice are the foundation of your throne. Loyal love and faithfulness characterize your rule.

  • 7Certainly the LORD is just; he rewards godly deeds; the upright will experience his favor.

  • 15David reigned over all Israel; he guaranteed justice for all his people.

  • 7in order to take revenge on the nations, and punish foreigners.

  • 1If controversy arises between people, they should go to court for judgment. When the judges hear the case, they shall exonerate the innocent but condemn the guilty.

  • 2He says,“How long will you make unjust legal decisions and show favoritism to the wicked?(Selah)

  • 4The LORD is just; he cut the ropes of the wicked.”

  • 9I must endure the LORD’s fury, for I have sinned against him. But then he will defend my cause, and accomplish justice on my behalf. He will lead me out into the light; I will witness his deliverance.

  • 14He is the LORD our God; he carries out judgment throughout the earth.

  • 8Rise up, O God, and execute judgment on the earth! For you own all the nations.

  • 1The Lord Invites Outsiders to Enter This is what the LORD says,“Promote justice! Do what is right! For I am ready to deliver you; I am ready to vindicate you openly.