Psalms 109:7
Psalms 109:7 Meaning and Explanation
“When he shall be judged, let him be condemned: and let his prayer become sin.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →May the enemy's trial result in condemnation, and may his pleas go unheard.
The Context of Psalms 109:7
Continuing the imprecations in the legal framework.
What Does Psalms 109:7 Mean?
The psalmist asks that judgment be swift and decisive. If the wicked man prays—as even the guilty may do—the prayer itself becomes sin, meaning his words will not avail him before God.
This echoes the principle that God judges not only actions but hearts and intentions. A prayer from one who persecutes the innocent carries no weight in heaven, and the psalmist invokes that divine principle against his enemy.
Frequently Asked Questions About Psalms 109:7
What does Psalms 109:7 mean?
May the enemy's trial result in condemnation, and may his pleas go unheard.
What is the context of Psalms 109:7?
Continuing the imprecations in the legal framework.