Psalms 14:6 Meaning and Explanation
“Ye have shamed the counsel of the poor, because the LORD is his refuge.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →The wicked have tried to defeat the poor's trust in God, but the LORD remains their true refuge.
The Context of Psalms 14:6
Despite the wicked's contempt, the LORD remains the refuge of the poor.
What Does Psalms 14:6 Mean?
The word 'shame' here means to thwart or bring to nothing. The wicked have attempted to discredit the counsel (the advice or trust) of the poor—that is, they mock and discourage the poor's faith in God's protection. By oppressing the poor and seemingly getting away with it, they imply that trust in the LORD is foolish and ineffective.
Yet the psalmist counters this by affirming that the LORD is the poor's refuge. No amount of mockery or oppression can alter this reality. The poor may be vulnerable to human cruelty, but they possess something the wicked lack: a secure foundation in God. This shifts the measure of true foolishness back to those who trust in power rather than the Lord.
Frequently Asked Questions About Psalms 14:6
What does Psalms 14:6 mean?
The wicked have tried to defeat the poor's trust in God, but the LORD remains their true refuge.
What is the context of Psalms 14:6?
Despite the wicked's contempt, the LORD remains the refuge of the poor.