Psalm, 52

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Psalm 52 is a lament for the destruction caused by a deceitful person. The psalmist expresses his frustration and anger towards the wicked who trust in their wealth and seek to bring harm to the righteous. The psalmist calls out for divine judgment and praises God for His justice.

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The Fate of the Deceitful

1 {To the chief Musician, Maschil, A Psalm of David, when Doeg the Edomite came and told Saul, and said unto him, David is come to the house of Ahimelech.} Why boastest thou thyself in mischief, O mighty man? the goodness of God endureth continually.

2 Thy tongue deviseth mischiefs; like a sharp rasor, working deceitfully.

3 Thou lovest evil more than good; and lying rather than to speak righteousness. Selah.

4 Thou lovest all devouring words, O thou deceitful tongue.

5 God shall likewise destroy thee for ever, he shall take thee away, and pluck thee out of thy dwelling place, and root thee out of the land of the living. Selah.

6 The righteous also shall see, and fear, and shall laugh at him:

7 Lo, this is the man that made not God his strength; but trusted in the abundance of his riches, and strengthened himself in his wickedness.

8 But I am like a green olive tree in the house of God: I trust in the mercy of God for ever and ever.

9 I will praise thee for ever, because thou hast done it: and I will wait on thy name; for it is good before thy saints.

Commentary

This psalm reminds us that our actions have consequences, and those who sow deceit will surely reap destruction. The psalmist contrasts the fleeting nature of the wicked with the steadfast love of God. Despite the wicked's temporary prosperity, they will ultimately fall, while the righteous will endure. The psalmist's call for divine judgment is not a call for vengeance, but a plea for justice to be done. As believers, we should also seek to promote justice and righteousness, knowing that God will ultimately set all things right.