Psalms 58:3 Meaning and Explanation
“The wicked are estranged from the womb: they go astray as soon as they be born, speaking lies.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →The wicked have been alienated from righteousness from birth, immediately turning to falsehood.
The Context of Psalms 58:3
The psalm establishes that the wicked are characterized by corruption from inception.
What Does Psalms 58:3 Mean?
This verse describes the wicked as 'estranged from the womb'—separated from truth and justice from their very beginning. They do not learn wickedness; it marks them from birth. 'Go astray' portrays them as wanderers from the right path.
Speaking lies immediately upon birth underscores the totality of their corruption. The wicked do not hesitate or struggle; their natural inclination is toward falsehood. This sets up the contrast with those who follow the path of truth.
Frequently Asked Questions About Psalms 58:3
What does Psalms 58:3 mean?
The wicked have been alienated from righteousness from birth, immediately turning to falsehood.
What is the context of Psalms 58:3?
The psalm establishes that the wicked are characterized by corruption from inception.