Psalms 55:11 Meaning and Explanation
“Wickedness is in the midst thereof: deceit and guile depart not from her streets.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →Moral corruption and dishonesty are permanent features of the city.
The Context of Psalms 55:11
The psalm emphasizes how thoroughly corruption permeates every part of urban life.
What Does Psalms 55:11 Mean?
Wickedness is not a passing event but the resident character of the city—rooted and embedded. The feminine personification of the city suggests intimacy, making the psalmist's connection to this corrupted place personal and painful.
Deceit and guile are always present on the streets. The psalmist cannot walk anywhere without encountering lies and cunning deception. There is no refuge within the city itself.
Frequently Asked Questions About Psalms 55:11
What does Psalms 55:11 mean?
Moral corruption and dishonesty are permanent features of the city.
What is the context of Psalms 55:11?
The psalm emphasizes how thoroughly corruption permeates every part of urban life.