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Psalms 10:5

King James Version (KJV)

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Scripture focus

His ways are always grievous; thy judgments [are] far above out of his sight: [as for] all his enemies, he puffeth at them.

Psalms 10:5 — KJV

Commentary

Commentary on Psalms 10:5

Theological / Devotional

Are always grievous. The Hebrew verb may also mean “to endure.” Because of his success in evildoing, the wicked imagines that his success will continue so, and that he may carry on his nefarious work with impunity. Too often those who observe him think the same (see Job 12:6; Jer. 12:1). This is one of the great problems discussed by OT writers.

Far above. He thinks that God is too remote to be concerned about punishing him.

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