Out of the mouth of babes and sucklings hast thou ordained strength because of thine enemies, that thou mightest still the enemy and the avenger.
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Verse 2 is found in chapter 8 of Psalms. Psalm 8 contemplates the greatness of God through creation and, precisely because of that greatness, asks about humanity’s place. The heavens, moon, and stars make human dignity appear paradoxical: a small creature is entrusted with responsibility over God’s works. The reference to dominion over animals does not present humanity as an absolute owner, but as a creature entrusted with exercising authority derived from the Creator.
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Compare Psalms 8:2 in different Bible versions and see how its wording varies between translations. These differences can help you better understand the meaning and context of the passage.
HERR, unser Herrscher, wie herrlich ist dein Name in allen Landen, du, den man lobt im Himmel!
De la boca de los chiquitos y de los que maman, fundaste la fortaleza, A causa de tus enemigos, Para hacer cesar al enemigo, y al que se venga.
De la boca de los niños y de los que maman has establecido fortaleza por causa de tus adversarios, para hacer callar al enemigo y al vengativo.
Par la bouche des enfants et de ceux qui sont à la mamelle Tu as fondé ta gloire, pour confondre tes adversaires, Pour imposer silence à l'ennemi et au vindicatif.
Per la bocca de’ piccoli fanciulli, e di quelli che poppano, Tu hai fondata la tua gloria, per cagione de’ tuoi nemici, Per far restare il nemico e il vendicatore
Tu ordenaste força da boca das crianças e dos que mamam, por causa dos teus inimigos, para fazer calar ao inimigo e ao vingador.
你因敵人的緣故, 從孩童和吃奶的口中建立了能力, 使仇敵和報仇的閉口無言。
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