Keraia
Psalm 58

Psalm 58:5

God Judges the Earth · Psalm 58:1–11
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Translations

Modern
…refusing to hear the tune of the charmer who skillfully weaves his spell.
Traditional
Which will not hearken to the voice of charmers, charming never so wisely.
Literal
…which will not listen to the voice of those whispering—charmers most skillfully charming.
Latin
…quæ non exaudiet vocem incantantium, et venefici incantantis sapienter.

Original

Hebrew
English
…refusing to hear the tune of the charmer who skillfully weaves his spell.

Notes

Psalms 58:1–5

The administrators of justice were furthering their own interests rather than those of the needy. The absence of justice gradually resulted in a violent society.

Psalms 58:1–11

The administration of justice is a mark of good government. God expects nothing less from his people. The psalmist condemns Israel’s leaders for abusing their power, and he calls on the Lord to rain down his curses upon the wicked. The demonstration of divine justice will reassure the godly that God is just.

Psalms 51:1–65:13

These psalms of David share a common theme. They reflect on the experience of evil. In Psalm 51, the psalmist admits his wrongdoing and asks for God's forgiveness. Psalms 52–64 express sorrow over specific evils David faced. A song of praise (Psalm 65) brings David's laments to an end.

Theme notes and profiles

David

Glossary

Al-Taschith David Enchantment Michtam Miktam Music Psalms, Book of Serpent

Topics

Adder Asp of Obstinate Rejecters of God's Word Adder Asp: Not to be Charmed Charmers and Charming of Serpents Depravity of Man: General Scriptures Concerning Impenitence: General Scriptures Concerning Serpent: The Charming of Wicked (People): Described