King David Quotes & Sayings

Better a dry crust of bread with peace and quiet than a house full of feasting with strife. — King David

It is better to take refuge in the Lord than trust in man.
It is better to take refuge in the Lord than trust in princes. — King David

Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil ... — King David

For his anger endureth but a moment; in his favor is life. Weeping may endure for a night, but joy cometh in the morning. — King David

Answer me when I call to you,
O my righteous God.
Give me relief from my distress;
be merciful to me and hear my prayer.
How long, O men, will you turn my glory into shame?
How long will you love delusions and seek false gods?
Know that the Lord has set apart the godly for himself;
the Lord will hear when I call to him.
In your anger do not sin;
When you are on your beds,
search your hearts and be silent.
Offer the right sacrifices
and trust in the Lord.
Many are asking, "Who can show us any good?"
Let the light of your face shine upon us, O Lord.
You have filled my heart with greater joy
than when their grain and new wine abound.
I will lie down and sleep in peace
for you alone, O Lord,
make me to dwell in safety. — King David

I waited patiently for the Lord and He inclined unto me and He heard my cry. He lifted me out of the horrible pit, out of the miry clay,and He has set my feet upon a ROCK and He established my steps, and He has given me a a new song even praise unto our God; many shall see it and fear and shall trust in the Lord ... the first 3 lines of an ancient Hebrew song Psalm 40:1-3 — King David

The Lord laughs at the wicked, for he knows their day is coming.
Psalm 37:13 — King David

Do not be far from me, for trouble is near and there is no one to help. — King David

Fools say in their hearts, "There is no God." They deal corruptly, their deeds are vile, not one does what is right. — King David