Psalms 18:38 Meaning and Explanation
“I have wounded them that they were not able to rise: they are fallen under my feet.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →Enemies are wounded and unable to recover, utterly subdued beneath the psalmist's feet.
The Context of Psalms 18:38
Confirmation of the psalmist's complete triumph over his enemies.
What Does Psalms 18:38 Mean?
'Wounded them that they were not able to rise'—the injury is disabling, not just painful. Enemies cannot get back on their feet. This is decisive advantage. 'Fallen under my feet' completes the image: the vanquished lie below the victor.
This language echoes the earlier violent imagery but clarifies that the psalmist is the agent. He is not a passive recipient of God's judgment but an active warrior empowered by God to defeat his foes.
Frequently Asked Questions About Psalms 18:38
What does Psalms 18:38 mean?
Enemies are wounded and unable to recover, utterly subdued beneath the psalmist's feet.
What is the context of Psalms 18:38?
Confirmation of the psalmist's complete triumph over his enemies.