Psalms 58:7

Arabic 2016 (الكِتاب المُقَدَّس: التَّرْجَمَةُ العَرَبِيَّةُ المُبَسَّطَةُ)

لِتَذُبْ قُوَّتُهُمْ كَالمَاءِ الَّذِي يَمْضِي فِي طَرِيقِهِ. وَلْيُدَاسُوا كَعُشبٍ ذَابِلٍ.

What Does This Mean?

This verse is part of a psalm where the speaker wishes for evildoers to disappear like running water and to be shattered when attacked. The speaker is likely a psalmist, asking for justice against the wicked.

Explained for Children

Imagine you're playing a game where the bad guys keep running away like a river. The good guy tries to catch them, but they break apart like pieces of a puzzle. This is what the psalmist hopes will happen to the wicked people.

Historical Background

Psalm 58 was likely written by King David during a time of conflict and oppression. The psalmist speaks to God about justice, hoping that those who act wickedly will face consequences for their actions.

Living It Out Today

In today's world, this verse can be seen as a reminder to trust in justice and the power of goodness over evil. For example, if someone is spreading rumors about you, you can have faith that the truth will come out, and the harm will be temporary.

Topics

• justice
• faith
• evil
• hope
• consequences
• trust

Related Verses

• Psalm 35:5-6
• Psalm 140:9
• Proverbs 11:7
• Isaiah 30:14
• Matthew 5:45

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is speaking in Psalm 58:7?

The speaker is likely the psalmist, possibly King David, expressing a desire for justice against evildoers.

What does 'melt away as waters which run continually' mean?

This phrase is a metaphor, suggesting that the wicked should vanish like water flowing away, implying their disappearance is inevitable.

What does 'let them be as cut in pieces' imply?

This phrase suggests that the wicked should be shattered or broken apart, symbolizing their destruction or the end of their power.

How can this verse be applied to modern-day situations?

In modern contexts, this verse can be seen as a reminder to trust in justice and the power of truth over falsehood, encouraging faith in the eventual resolution of conflicts.