Psalms 59:13 Meaning and Explanation
“Consume them in wrath, consume them, that they may not be: and let them know that God ruleth in Jacob unto the ends of the earth. Selah.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →God will destroy the wicked in His wrath so all nations know that God rules over Jacob and the whole earth.
The Context of Psalms 59:13
God's judgment serves to demonstrate His universal dominion.
What Does Psalms 59:13 Mean?
The psalmist calls for the enemies to be 'consumed' so completely that they cease to exist. This destruction has a purpose beyond mere punishment: to make clear God's sovereignty 'unto the ends of the earth.'
The declaration that 'God ruleth in Jacob' identifies the God of Israel's covenant people with the God who rules all nations. This universalizes the point that God's authority is not regional but cosmic. The 'Selah' invites reflection on this sweeping claim.
Frequently Asked Questions About Psalms 59:13
What does Psalms 59:13 mean?
God will destroy the wicked in His wrath so all nations know that God rules over Jacob and the whole earth.
What is the context of Psalms 59:13?
God's judgment serves to demonstrate His universal dominion.