Psalms 109:15 Meaning and Explanation
“Let them be before the LORD continually, that he may cut off the memory of them from the earth.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →May the enemy's sins remain forever before God so that he is erased from all earthly remembrance.
The Context of Psalms 109:15
God's eternal memory contrasts with the enemy's obliteration from earth.
What Does Psalms 109:15 Mean?
The contrast is stark: the enemy's iniquity stays 'continually' before God, while the enemy himself is cut off from earth. God remembers the sin but forgets the sinner—he ceases to exist in human memory and continuance.
This reflects a theology where God's perfect memory of injustice leads to decisive action. The guilty will be removed from existence while their crimes remain witnessed, a final judgment confirming their wickedness.
Frequently Asked Questions About Psalms 109:15
What does Psalms 109:15 mean?
May the enemy's sins remain forever before God so that he is erased from all earthly remembrance.
What is the context of Psalms 109:15?
God's eternal memory contrasts with the enemy's obliteration from earth.