Psalms 55:3 Meaning and Explanation
“Because of the voice of the enemy, because of the oppression of the wicked: for they cast iniquity upon me, and in wrath they hate me.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →The psalmist's distress stems from enemy threats, wickedness, and hatred directed at him.
The Context of Psalms 55:3
The psalm names specific external sources of suffering: enemies and their wickedness.
What Does Psalms 55:3 Mean?
External threats compound the psalm's distress: hostile voices, oppression, and the wicked's malice. The enemies cast iniquity upon the psalmist—laying blame and wrongdoing at his feet, whether justly or unjustly.
The wrath and hatred are personal and intense. The psalmist experiences both active oppression and the emotional weight of being hated, making this a crisis of both circumstance and dignity.
Psalms 55:3 in the Original Language
oyev (אוֹיֵב), 'enemy' — one who bears hostility or enmity toward another.
Frequently Asked Questions About Psalms 55:3
What does Psalms 55:3 mean?
The psalmist's distress stems from enemy threats, wickedness, and hatred directed at him.
What is the context of Psalms 55:3?
The psalm names specific external sources of suffering: enemies and their wickedness.