Psalm 36:3

The Transgression of the Wicked · Psalm 36:1–12
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Translations

Modern
The words of his mouth are wicked and deceitful; he has ceased to be wise and well-doing.
Traditional
The words of his mouth are iniquity and deceit: he hath left off to be wise, and to do good.
Literal
The words of his mouth are wickedness and deceit; he has ceased to be prudent and do good.
Latin
Verba oris ejus iniquitas, et dolus; noluit intelligere ut bene ageret.

Original

Hebrew
English
The words of his mouth are wicked and deceitful; he has ceased to be wise and well-doing.

Notes

Foolish people reject wisdom and goodness while they chase after evil.

This lament contrasts the foolish world made by the wicked with the wise world created and maintained by the Lord. The wicked care only about themselves, while the Lord cares for all creation. He will step in to bring justice to his world. The righteous will enjoy his protection, but the wicked will die.

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Topics

Deceit: The Wicked: Utter Deceit: Utter Falsehood: General Scriptures Concerning Narcissism Righteousness: The Wicked Leave off Wicked (People): Described