Psalms 53:5
The Scripture
(5) There were they in great fear, where no fear was: for God hath scattered the bones of him that encampeth against thee: thou hast put them to shame, because God hath despised them.
Chapter overview (whole chapter)
The psalm reflects a profound awareness of human sinfulness and the urgent need for God’s mercy, highlighting the stark contrast between the righteous and the wicked. It declares that the righteous will be lifted up while the wicked will perish, underscoring God’s justice and the hope of divine deliverance.
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Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Leviticus 26:17Leviticus 26:36Deuteronomy 28:65Deuteronomy 28:66Deuteronomy 28:67I Samuel 14:15II Kings 7:6II Kings 7:7Job 15:21Proverbs 28:1Psalms 14:5Psalms 141:7
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