Psalm 138:1

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{A Psalm of David.} I will praise thee with my whole heart: before the gods will I sing praise unto thee.

God stands in the congregation of God. He judges among the gods.

I also will speak of thy testimonies before kings, and shall not be put to shame.

Thou shall not revile the gods, nor {speak maliciously (LXX/NT)} of a ruler of thy people.

Jesus answered them, Is it not written in your law, I said, ye are gods?

And Paul said, I had not known, brothers, that he is high priest, for it is written, Thou shall not speak ill of a ruler of thy people.

Are they not all ministering spirits sent forth for service for the sake of those who are going to inherit salvation?

I will give thanks to thee, O LORD, among the peoples. I will sing praises to thee among the nations.