Psalms 35:11 Meaning and Explanation
“False witnesses did rise up; they laid to my charge things that I knew not.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →The psalmist faces accusation through lying witnesses.
The Context of Psalms 35:11
The persecution extends beyond violence to false accusation.
What Does Psalms 35:11 Mean?
False witnesses represent a corruption of justice itself—the very system meant to discern truth is weaponized against the innocent. The psalmist is accused of things he 'knew not,' emphasizing that the charges are not only false but bizarre, with no basis in reality.
This shift from physical enemies to legal persecution deepens the portrait of injustice. The psalmist is not just physically threatened but publicly shamed and legally endangered through perjury. This adds another dimension to why he appeals to God as judge.
Frequently Asked Questions About Psalms 35:11
What does Psalms 35:11 mean?
The psalmist faces accusation through lying witnesses.
What is the context of Psalms 35:11?
The persecution extends beyond violence to false accusation.