Psalms 33:17

33:17 A horse disappoints those who trust in it for victory; ¹ 

despite its great strength, it cannot deliver.

Psalms 37:11

37:11 But the oppressed will possess the land

and enjoy great prosperity. ² 

Psalms 49:6

49:6 They trust ³  in their wealth

and boast ⁴  in their great riches.

Psalms 72:7

72:7 During his days the godly will flourish; ⁵ 

peace will prevail as long as the moon remains in the sky. ⁶ 

[33:17]  ¹ tn Heb “a lie [is] the horse for victory.”

[37:11]  ² tn Heb “and they will take delight in (see v. 4) abundance of peace.”

[49:6]  ³ tn Heb “the ones who trust.” The substantival participle stands in apposition to “those who deceive me” (v. 5).

[49:6]  ⁴ tn The imperfect verbal form emphasizes their characteristic behavior.

[72:7]  ⁴ tn Heb “sprout up,” like crops. This verse continues the metaphor of rain utilized in v. 6.

[72:7]  ⁵ tn Heb “and [there will be an] abundance of peace until there is no more moon.”