Psalm 82:2

God Presides in the Divine Assembly · Psalm 82:1–8
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Translations

Modern
“How long will you judge unjustly and show partiality to the wicked? Selah
Traditional
How long will ye judge unjustly, and accept the persons of the wicked? Selah.
Literal
“Until when will you judge unjustly, and lift up the faces of the wicked? Selah
Latin
Usquequo judicatis iniquitatem, et facies peccatorum sumitis?

Original

Hebrew
English
“How long will you judge unjustly and show partiality to the wicked? Selah

Notes

Because justice defines God’s rule (Psalm 89:4), he does not support the wicked. The psalmist is confused by this situation and cries out to God to bring justice (Psalm 82:3–4, 8).

God condemns those who mistreat the helpless.

Theme notes and profiles

Questions and Doubt True Justice

People

Selah: A musical or liturgical term of uncertain meaning

Glossary

Asaph Elohim Host, Host of Heaven Music Psalms, Book of

Topics

Injury Injustice: General Scriptures Concerning Injustice: The Wicked: Judge With Judge: Character of, and Precepts Relating To Justice: General Scriptures Concerning Rulers: Duties of Rulers: Wicked