It is better to trust in the LORD than to put confidence in princes.
Psalms 118:9
King James Version (public domain)
Traditionally attributed to David · c. 10th century BC · King of Israel; author of many Psalms (compiled with other writers)
Context
7The LORD taketh my part with them that help me: therefore shall I see my desire upon them that hate me.
8It is better to trust in the LORD than to put confidence in man.
9It is better to trust in the LORD than to put confidence in princes.
10All nations compassed me about: but in the name of the LORD will I destroy them.
11They compassed me about; yea, they compassed me about: but in the name of the LORD I will destroy them.