For the arms of the wicked shall be broken: but the LORD upholdeth the righteous.
Psalms 37:17
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
15Their sword shall enter into their own heart, and their bows shall be broken.
16A little that a righteous man hath is better than the riches of many wicked.
17For the arms of the wicked shall be broken: but the LORD upholdeth the righteous.
18The LORD knoweth the days of the upright: and their inheritance shall be for ever.
19They shall not be ashamed in the evil time: and in the days of famine they shall be satisfied.