Psalms 36:2 Meaning and Explanation
“For he flattereth himself in his own eyes, until his iniquity be found to be hateful.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →The wicked deceive themselves with self-flattery until their sin becomes exposed and repugnant.
The Context of Psalms 36:2
The wicked person's internal contradiction: false self-regard meets unavoidable exposure.
What Does Psalms 36:2 Mean?
Self-deception is the wicked person's first condition. They present themselves to themselves in a false light, believing their own narrative until the moment of exposure. This flattery is not honest self-assessment; it is a defense mechanism built on distortion.
When iniquity is finally found—revealed by God, exposed by circumstance, or discovered by the community—it becomes hateful even to their own conscience. The self-flattery cannot survive the truth. This captures the painful gap between self-image and reality.
Frequently Asked Questions About Psalms 36:2
What does Psalms 36:2 mean?
The wicked deceive themselves with self-flattery until their sin becomes exposed and repugnant.
What is the context of Psalms 36:2?
The wicked person's internal contradiction: false self-regard meets unavoidable exposure.