Psalms 109:12
Psalms 109:12 Meaning and Explanation
“Let there be none to extend mercy unto him: neither let there be any to favour his fatherless children.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →May no one show compassion to the enemy or care for his orphaned children.
The Context of Psalms 109:12
Social isolation and the withdrawal of community support.
What Does Psalms 109:12 Mean?
Mercy and favor were essential to survival in ancient Israel. The psalmist asks for complete social isolation—no helper, no advocate, no kinsman-redeemer to restore the family's standing.
This returns to the theme of v. 9: the enemy's children will be orphaned and abandoned. But now the psalmist calls for the community itself to withhold aid, intensifying the isolation as a form of divine justice.
Frequently Asked Questions About Psalms 109:12
What does Psalms 109:12 mean?
May no one show compassion to the enemy or care for his orphaned children.
What is the context of Psalms 109:12?
Social isolation and the withdrawal of community support.