Psalms 73:11

Arabic 2016 (الكِتاب المُقَدَّس: التَّرْجَمَةُ العَرَبِيَّةُ المُبَسَّطَةُ)

يَقُولُ أُولَئِكَ المُتَكَبِّرُونَ: «لَا يَعْرِفُ اللهُ مَا نَحْنُ نَفعَلُهُ.»

What Does This Mean?

This verse shows the thoughts of those who doubt God's awareness of their actions. They question if God really knows what they do and if He cares about the details of life. The speaker is likely an observer or a prophet like Asaph, reflecting on the attitudes of the wicked.

Explained for Children

Imagine you're playing hide and seek, and you think the seeker can't find you, so you say, 'How can they know where I am?' This verse is like that, but about people who think God doesn't know what they're doing.

Historical Background

Psalms 73 was written by Asaph, a poet and priest, likely during the time of King David or Solomon. It reflects the struggles of a believer in a world where the wicked prosper and question God's awareness and justice.

Living It Out Today

In today's world, some people might doubt God's involvement in their lives or think they can get away with bad actions. This verse reminds us that God is always aware and ultimately holds everyone accountable.

Topics

• doubt
• awareness
• accountability
• justice
• faith
• God's omniscience

Related Verses

• Psalms 14:1
• Proverbs 15:3
• Job 34:21
• Hebrews 4:13
• Matthew 10:29

Frequently Asked Questions

Who wrote Psalms 73?

Psalms 73 was written by Asaph, a poet and priest during the time of King David or Solomon.

What does 'How doth God know?' mean?

It means questioning how God can be aware of human actions, showing a lack of faith in God's omniscience.

How is this verse related to the theme of justice?

The verse highlights the conflict between human actions and God's ultimate justice, challenging the idea that the wicked can escape God's notice.

What can we learn from Psalms 73:11?

We learn that God is all-knowing and that everyone will be held accountable for their actions, despite the appearance of the wicked prospering.