Psalm 113:7
“He raiseth up the poor out of the dust, and lifteth the needy out of the dunghill;”
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Read in Psalm 113Meaning
The poem depicts dramatic social reversal and divine regard for people at the bottom of the social order; poverty is not presented as moral failure.
God lifts the lowly
The hymn celebrates God's care for the poor and needy and ends with the joy of the childless woman.
Read carefully
The verse honors the poor and gives no basis for prosperity theology.
Reflection
Pair prayer with practical solidarity, fair treatment, and material help.