Psalms 28:5 Meaning and Explanation
“Because they regard not the works of the LORD, nor the operation of his hands, he shall destroy them, and not build them up.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →The wicked do not recognize God's works, so God will tear them down and abandon them.
The Context of Psalms 28:5
The theological basis for the justice petitioned in verse 4.
What Does Psalms 28:5 Mean?
The verse provides the reason for God's judgment: the wicked 'regard not the works of the LORD.' This is not ignorance but willful refusal to acknowledge God's creative power and providence. Their blindness to God's 'operation of his hands'—both in creation and in the world—demonstrates their fundamental rejection of Him.
The consequence is stated in parallel: God 'shall destroy them, and not build them up.' This contrasts with God's normal relationship to His people, which involves building and strengthening. The wicked receive the opposite—demolition and abandonment, a withdrawal of God's constructive presence.
Frequently Asked Questions About Psalms 28:5
What does Psalms 28:5 mean?
The wicked do not recognize God's works, so God will tear them down and abandon them.
What is the context of Psalms 28:5?
The theological basis for the justice petitioned in verse 4.