Psalms 36:4 Meaning and Explanation
“He deviseth mischief upon his bed; he setteth himself in a way that is not good; he abhorreth not evil.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →The wicked actively plot harm and firmly choose evil without resistance.
The Context of Psalms 36:4
The wicked's deliberate intention and steadfast commitment to evil.
What Does Psalms 36:4 Mean?
Even at rest—upon his bed—the wicked person's mind is at work devising mischief. This is not the occasion of evil but the obsession. Their thoughts turn toward causing harm, and they plot while others sleep. The image shows that wickedness is not reactive but deliberate and constant.
The phrases 'setteth himself in a way that is not good' and 'abhorreth not evil' paint a person fully committed. They do not hate evil; they do not resist it. There is no internal struggle, no conscience speaking against their choices. This describes someone at peace with their own corruption.
Frequently Asked Questions About Psalms 36:4
What does Psalms 36:4 mean?
The wicked actively plot harm and firmly choose evil without resistance.
What is the context of Psalms 36:4?
The wicked's deliberate intention and steadfast commitment to evil.