Psalms 120:3 Meaning and Explanation
“What shall be given unto thee? or what shall be done unto thee, thou false tongue?”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →The psalmist poses a challenge to the deceitful tongue, asking what punishment it deserves.
The Context of Psalms 120:3
A rhetorical challenge confronting the tongue of deception.
What Does Psalms 120:3 Mean?
This rhetorical question is not a plea but a condemnation. The psalmist directly addresses the false tongue, demanding to know what fitting recompense should fall upon it. This is the voice of someone exhausted and angry, not merely wronged but wronged repeatedly by the same source of deceit.
Rather than specifying a curse, the psalm leaves the answer open—inviting the hearer to recognize that deceit carries its own weight. God alone knows what justice requires, and the psalmist entrusts the matter to Him.
Frequently Asked Questions About Psalms 120:3
What does Psalms 120:3 mean?
The psalmist poses a challenge to the deceitful tongue, asking what punishment it deserves.
What is the context of Psalms 120:3?
A rhetorical challenge confronting the tongue of deception.