Psalms 119:95 Meaning and Explanation
“The wicked have waited for me to destroy me: but I will consider thy testimonies.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →Though the wicked plot his destruction, the psalmist will focus on contemplating God's truth.
The Context of Psalms 119:95
The psalmist's protective response to deadly plots is contemplation of God's truth.
What Does Psalms 119:95 Mean?
'The wicked have waited for me to destroy me' shows premeditation. The wicked are not acting on impulse but have set up an ambush, waiting patiently for opportunity to harm the psalmist.
'But I will consider thy testimonies' is the psalmist's counter-strategy. Rather than paranoia or retaliation, he will turn his mind to God's revealed truth. This mental and spiritual focus is his defense.
Frequently Asked Questions About Psalms 119:95
What does Psalms 119:95 mean?
Though the wicked plot his destruction, the psalmist will focus on contemplating God's truth.
What is the context of Psalms 119:95?
The psalmist's protective response to deadly plots is contemplation of God's truth.