Psalm 125:3

Translations

Modern

For the scepter of the wicked will not rest upon the land allotted to the righteous, so that the righteous will not put forth their hands to injustice.

Traditional

For the rod of the wicked shall not rest upon the lot of the righteous; lest the righteous put forth their hands unto iniquity.

Literal

For the rod of the wicked shall not rest upon the lot of the righteous, so that the righteous do not stretch out their hands to injustice.

Latin

Quia non relinquet Dominus virgam peccatorum super sortem justorum: ut non extendant justi ad iniquitatem manus suas,

Original

Hebrew

English

For the scepter of the wicked will not rest upon the land allotted to the righteous, so that the righteous will not put forth their hands to injustice.

Notes

Psalms 125:3

The godly may be tempted to abandon God’s ways because of pressure from others or from the surrounding culture.

Psalms 125:1–5

The psalmist expresses the community's trust in the Lord's protection (Psalm 125:1–2) and prays for peace (125:3–5).

Psalms 120:1–134:3

These short and memorable songs were sung by pilgrims as they traveled to Jerusalem for the national festivals held three times each year (Deuteronomy 16:16). The title of these psalms includes a Hebrew word that can mean “steps” or “stairs.” Some scholars understand it to mean “going up to Jerusalem.” These psalms, often called the Songs of Ascents, lead the listener on a journey to Jerusalem to praise God for his goodness to Israel through history.

Related verses

Isaiah 14:5–6
The LORD has broken the staff of the wicked, the scepter of the rulers.
Psalm 89:22
No enemy will exact tribute; no wicked man will oppress him.
Proverbs 22:8
He who sows injustice will reap disaster, and the rod of his fury will be destroyed.
1 Corinthians 10:13
No temptation has seized you except what is common to man. And God is faithful; He will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear. But when you are tempted, He will also provide an escape, so that you can stand up under it.
Revelation 2:10
Do not fear what you are about to suffer. Behold, the devil is about to throw some of you into prison to test you, and you will suffer tribulation for ten days. Be faithful even unto death, and I will give you the crown of life.
Isaiah 27:8
By warfare and exile You contended with her and removed her with a fierce wind, as on the day the east wind blows.
1 Samuel 24:10
Behold, this day you have seen with your own eyes that the LORD delivered you into my hand in the cave. I was told to kill you, but I spared you and said, ‘I will not lift my hand against my lord, since he is the LORD’s anointed.’
Psalm 103:9
He will not always accuse us, nor harbor His anger forever.
Isaiah 10:5
Woe to Assyria, the rod of My anger; the staff in their hands is My wrath.
Psalm 103:14
For He knows our frame; He is mindful that we are dust.
Psalm 55:20
My companion attacks his friends; he violates his covenant.

Glossary

Bible, Manuscripts and Text of the (New Testament) Degrees, Song of Hallel Music Psalms, Book of Song of Ascents Song of Ascents, Song of Degrees Zion

Topics

Fight God: Preserver Righteous: Promises To, Expressed or Implied

Psalm 125:3

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