Psalm 8:2
“Out of the mouth of babes and sucklings hast thou ordained strength because of thine enemies, that thou mightest still the enemy and the avenger.”
King James Version
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Out of the mouth of babes and sucklings hast thou ordained strength — quoted by Jesus in the temple when the children cried Hosanna (Matthew 21:16).
Fulfillment References
Matthew 21:16 Luke 19:40
How Traditions Read This Prophecy
JewishChildren's praise honoring God; the Psalm celebrates human dignity in creation.
CatholicJesus cites this (Matt 21:16) when defending the children's 'Hosanna!' in the temple.
ProtestantJesus' direct citation makes this a Messianic fulfillment.
AcademicJesus uses this as a counterargument to the chief priests — an effective proof-text from the Psalter.
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