Psalms 10:6 Meaning and Explanation
“He hath said in his heart, I shall not be moved: for I shall never be in adversity.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →The wicked assure themselves that they are secure and will never face hardship.
The Context of Psalms 10:6
The psalm reveals the wicked person's false sense of permanent security.
What Does Psalms 10:6 Mean?
The wicked person harbors a false certainty—'I shall not be moved'—reflecting absolute confidence in their own stability and power. This inward declaration represents the height of self-deception: the belief that one's security rests in oneself rather than being subject to change.
The corollary is equally false: 'I shall never be in adversity.' The wicked deny the possibility of suffering or judgment, believing their current prosperity to be permanent. This denial is both a spiritual blindness and a setup for eventual disillusionment.
Psalms 10:6 in the Original Language
mot (מוט), 'moved'—to shake, totter, or fall; the wicked claims he will never be shaken.
Frequently Asked Questions About Psalms 10:6
What does Psalms 10:6 mean?
The wicked assure themselves that they are secure and will never face hardship.
What is the context of Psalms 10:6?
The psalm reveals the wicked person's false sense of permanent security.