New International Version Do not put your trust in princes, in human beings, who cannot save. New Living Translation Don’t put your confidence in powerful people; there is no help for you there. English Standard Version Put not your trust in princes, in a son of man, in whom there is no salvation. Berean Standard Bible Put not your trust in princes, in mortal man, who cannot save. Berean Literal Bible Do not put your⁺ trust in princes—in a son of man, for in him is no deliverance. King James Bible Put not your trust in princes, nor in the son of man, in whom there is no help. New King James Version Do not put your trust in princes, Nor in a son of man, in whom there is no help. New American Standard Bible Do not trust in noblemen, In mortal man, in whom there is no salvation. NASB 1995 Do not trust in princes, In mortal man, in whom there is no salvation. NASB 1977 Do not trust in princes, In mortal man, in whom there is no salvation. Legacy Standard Bible Do not trust in nobles, In merely a son of man, in whom there is no salvation. Amplified Bible Do not trust in princes, In mortal man, in whom there is no salvation (help). Berean Annotated Bible Put not your⁺ trust in princes, in mortal man, who cannot save. Christian Standard Bible Do not trust in nobles, in a son of man, who cannot save. Holman Christian Standard Bible Do not trust in nobles, in man, who cannot save. American Standard Version Put not your trust in princes, Nor in the son of man, in whom there is no help. Contemporary English Version You can't depend on anyone, not even a great leader. English Revised Version Put not your trust in princes, nor in the son of man, in whom there is no help. GOD'S WORD® Translation Do not trust influential people, mortals who cannot help you. Good News Translation Don't put your trust in human leaders; no human being can save you. International Standard Version Do not look to nobles, nor to mere human beings who cannot save. NET Bible Do not trust in princes, or in human beings, who cannot deliver! New Heart English Bible Do not put your trust in princes, each a son of man in whom there is no help. Webster's Bible Translation Put not your trust in princes, nor in the son of man, in whom there is no help. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BiblePut not your trust in princes, in mortal man, who cannot save. World English Bible Don’t put your trust in princes, in a son of man in whom there is no help. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionDo not trust in princes—in a son of man, "" For he has no deliverance. Berean Literal Bible Do not put your⁺ trust in princes—in a son of man, for in him is no deliverance. Young's Literal Translation Trust not in princes -- in a son of man, For he hath no deliverance. Smith's Literal Translation Ye shall not trust in nobles: in the son of man, to him no salvation. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims Biblein the children of men, in whom there is no salvation. Catholic Public Domain Version New American Bible Put no trust in princes, in children of Adam powerless to save. New Revised Standard Version Do not put your trust in princes, in mortals, in whom there is no help. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BiblePut not your trust in princes, nor in the son of man, in whom there is no help. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated Do not trust a prince or upon a son of man, for there is no salvation in his hand. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917Put not your trust in princes, Nor in the son of man, in whom there is no help. Brenton Septuagint Translation Trust not in princes, nor in the children of men, in whom there is no safety. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible (Voice ▾ Musical ▾) Context Praise the LORD, O My Soul…2I will praise the LORD all my life; I will sing praises to my God while I have my being. 3Put not your trust in princes, in mortal man, who cannot save. 4When his spirit departs, he returns to the ground; on that very day his plans perish.… Cross References Put not your trust in princes, Psalm 118:8-9 It is better to take refuge in the LORD than to trust in man. / It is better to take refuge in the LORD than to trust in princes. Jeremiah 17:5 This is what the LORD says: “Cursed is the man who trusts in mankind, who makes mere flesh his strength and turns his heart from the LORD. in mortal man, Psalm 144:4 Man is like a breath; his days are like a passing shadow. Isaiah 2:22 Put no more trust in man, who has only the breath in his nostrils. Of what account is he? Psalm 90:3-6 You return man to dust, saying, “Return, O sons of mortals.” / For in Your sight a thousand years are but a day that passes, or a watch of the night. / You sweep them away in their sleep; they are like the new grass of the morning— … who cannot save. Psalm 60:11 Give us aid against the enemy, for the help of man is worthless. Isaiah 43:11 I, yes I, am the LORD, and there is no Savior but Me. Hosea 13:4 Yet I am the LORD your God ever since the land of Egypt; you know no God but Me, for there is no Savior besides Me. Isaiah 31:1 Woe to those who go down to Egypt for help, who rely on horses, who trust in their abundance of chariots and in their multitude of horsemen. They do not look to the Holy One of Israel; they do not seek the LORD. Micah 7:5 Do not rely on a friend; do not trust in a companion. Seal the doors of your mouth from her who lies in your arms. 2 Chronicles 32:8 With him is only the arm of flesh, but with us is the LORD our God to help us and to fight our battles.” So the people were strengthened by the words of Hezekiah king of Judah. Job 15:31 Let him not deceive himself with trust in emptiness, for emptiness will be his reward. Isaiah 30:1-3 “Woe to the rebellious children,” declares the LORD, “to those who carry out a plan that is not Mine, who form an alliance, but against My will, heaping up sin upon sin. / They set out to go down to Egypt without asking My advice, to seek shelter under Pharaoh’s protection and take refuge in Egypt’s shade. / But Pharaoh’s protection will become your shame, and the refuge of Egypt’s shade your disgrace. Hosea 10:13 You have plowed wickedness and reaped injustice; you have eaten the fruit of lies. Because you have trusted in your own way and in the multitude of your mighty men, Psalm 108:12 Give us aid against the enemy, for the help of man is worthless. Proverbs 29:25 The fear of man is a snare, but whoever trusts in the LORD is set securely on high. Treasury of Scripture Put not your trust in princes, nor in the son of man, in whom there is no help. put Psalm 62:9 Surely men of low degree are vanity, and men of high degree are a lie: to be laid in the balance, they are altogether lighter than vanity. Psalm 118:8,9 It is better to trust in the LORD than to put confidence in man… Isaiah 2:22 Cease ye from man, whose breath is in his nostrils: for wherein is he to be accounted of? help, or, salvation Jump to Previous Confidence Deliverance Faith Help Mortal Nobles Princes Rulers Salvation Save TrustJump to Next Confidence Deliverance Faith Help Mortal Nobles Princes Rulers Salvation Save TrustPsalm 146 1. The Psalmist vows perpetual praises to God3. He exhorts not to trust in man 5. God, for his power, justice, mercy, and kingdom, is only worthy to be trusted Put not your trust in princes, Israel’s kings and rulers could provide only limited help, and even faithful leaders were subject to sin, weakness, and death. Political alliances with surrounding nations repeatedly tempted Israel to seek security apart from the Lord, often bringing compromise and judgment. Psa 118:8-9 It is better to take refuge in the LORD… in mortal man, Human strength, wisdom, and authority are temporary. Kings, armies, and counselors may influence events, but none possesses the power, knowledge, or permanence that belongs to God. Psa 144:4 Man is like a breath; his days are like a passing shadow. who cannot save. No human ruler can deliver from sin, death, or God’s judgment. The Lord alone rescued Israel from Egypt, preserved His people, and provides the salvation ultimately accomplished through Jesus Christ. Psa 60:11 Give us aid against the enemy, for the help of man… Persons / Places / Events 1. PrincesRefers to rulers or leaders, those in positions of authority and power. In the context of ancient Israel, this would include kings and other governmental figures. 2. Mortal Man This term emphasizes the human condition, highlighting the limitations and mortality of human beings, regardless of their status or power. 3. Psalmist The author of the psalm, traditionally believed to be David, who is expressing a deep trust in God over human leaders. Teaching Points The Limitations of Human AuthorityHuman leaders, regardless of their power, are limited and cannot provide ultimate salvation or security. Our trust should be in God, who is eternal and all-powerful. The Nature of True Security True security and salvation come from God alone. While human leaders can play important roles, they are not infallible or eternal. The Call to Trust in God This verse calls believers to place their ultimate trust in God rather than in human institutions or leaders. It is a reminder of God's sovereignty and faithfulness. Understanding Human Mortality Recognizing the mortality of humans helps us to prioritize our trust and reliance on God, who is immortal and unchanging. Practical Trust in Daily Life In practical terms, trusting God means seeking His guidance in decisions, relying on His provision, and finding peace in His promises, rather than being swayed by the changing tides of human leadership. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Psalm 146:3?2. Why should we not trust in "princes" according to Psalm 146:3? 3. How does Psalm 146:3 emphasize God's sovereignty over human leaders? 4. What other scriptures warn against trusting in human strength or leaders? 5. How can Psalm 146:3 guide our political and leadership choices today? 6. In what ways can we practically place our trust in God over man? 7. Why does Psalm 146:3 advise against trusting in human leaders for salvation? 8. How does Psalm 146:3 challenge the belief in political solutions to spiritual problems? 9. What historical context influenced the writing of Psalm 146:3? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Psalm 146? (3, 4) Princes--The thought of Psalm 118:8-9 is here elaborated, with distinct allusion to Genesis 2:7; Genesis 3:19 (Comp. 1 Maccabees 2:63.) The verse, no doubt, was in Shakespeare's mind when he made Wolsey say: "Oh, how wretched Is that poor man that hangs on princes' favours!" as it was quoted by Strafford when the news reached him that Charles I. had given the royal assent to the bill of attainder against him. But in the psalm it is not the caprice of princes, as in these notable instances, but their frailty as men that is declared untrustworthy. . . . Verse 3. - Put not your trust in princes (comp. Psalm 118:10). Israel was always apt to trust in bureau rather than Divine help. Now it was Egypt (Isaiah 30:2; Isaiah 36:6), now Assyria (2 Kings 16:7), now their own kings or nobles. At the time of the return from the Captivity, too much was expected from Zerubbabel and the other "princes." Nor in the son of man. The Prayer-book paraphrase, "nor in any child of man," brings out the sense. Confidence in human aid of whatever kind is forbidden. In whom there is no help; or, "that hath no saving power" (שׁוּעה). Psalm 146:3 urges a conscious transfer of trust from human strength—no matter how prestigious—to the living God. Earthly leaders and ordinary people alike are mortal and powerless to give lasting deliverance. Real hope, security, and salvation rest solely in the LORD, whose rule is eternal and whose power to save never fails.Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew Put notאַל־ (’al-) Adverb Strong's 408: Not your trust תִּבְטְח֥וּ (tiḇ·ṭə·ḥū) Verb - Qal - Imperfect - second person masculine plural Strong's 982: To trust, be confident, sure in princes, בִנְדִיבִ֑ים (ḇin·ḏî·ḇîm) Preposition-b | Adjective - masculine plural Strong's 5081: Voluntary, generous, magnanimous, a grandee in mortal בְּבֶן־ (bə·ḇen-) Preposition-b | Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 1121: A son man, אָדָ֓ם ׀ (’ā·ḏām) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 120: Ruddy, a human being who cannot שֶׁ֤אֵֽין (še·’ên) Pronoun - relative | Adverb Strong's 369: A non-entity, a negative particle save. תְשׁוּעָֽה׃ (ṯə·šū·‘āh) Noun - feminine singular Strong's 8668: Deliverance, salvation Additonal Resources Psalm 146:3 Blue Letter BiblePsalm 146:3 Bible Gateway Psalm 146:3 Bible.com Psalm 146:3 NIV |
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