Psalm 18:27
“For thou wilt save the afflicted people; but wilt bring down high looks.”
KJV
Read in Psalm 18Meaning
God saves an afflicted people and brings down haughty eyes, opposing pride while giving hope to those pressed down.
Read carefully
God saves an afflicted people and brings down haughty eyes, opposing pride while giving hope to those pressed down. Keep the verse inside its literary unit.
Reflection
Read this verse as part of David’s song of deliverance, receiving its trust and praise without turning royal or battle imagery into permission for private violence, superiority, or guaranteed immunity.