Translations
Modern
On the wicked He will rain down fiery coals and sulfur; a scorching wind will be their portion.
Traditional
Upon the wicked he shall rain snares, fire and brimstone, and an horrible tempest: this shall be the portion of their cup.
Literal
May He rain down coals upon the wicked, fire and brimstone; and a burning wind is the portion of their cup.
Latin
Pluet super peccatores laqueos; ignis et sulphur, et spiritus procellarum, pars calicis eorum.
Original
Hebrew
English
On the wicked He will rain down fiery coals and sulfur; a scorching wind will be their portion.
Notes
God sent fiery coals and burning sulfur on Sodom and Gomorrah (Genesis 19) as symbols of judgment (Psalms 18:8; 120:4; 140:10).
The psalmist affirms his faith in the righteous God. Even though the world appears hopelessly chaotic, both the godly and the wicked can depend on God’s justice. The godly can depend on him as a refuge and shelter.
Theme notes and profiles
Parallels
Glossary
Topics
Brimstone: Figurative Cup of Sorrow Rain: (Destructive) of God's Judgments Wicked (People): Punishment of