Psalms 6:8 Meaning and Explanation
“Depart from me, all ye workers of iniquity; for the LORD hath heard the voice of my weeping.”
King James Version (KJV)
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The Context of Psalms 6:8
Turning point: the psalmist asserts God's hearing and commands evil to leave.
What Does Psalms 6:8 Mean?
The sudden shift in tone marks a turning point. The psalmist moves from lament to authority, commanding the workers of iniquity (those who do evil) to depart. The ground is God's responsive hearing—what seemed like silence has been answered. This is faith asserting itself even before circumstances change.
The command is prophetic, not magical. The psalmist claims God's favor and presence as fact, even in ongoing pain. This reflects a pattern in the psalms: lamentation leads to affirmation of trust. The workers of iniquity may be enemies who brought on the original suffering, or may be internal temptations to despair.
Psalms 6:8 in the Original Language
workers of iniquity (פּעֲלֵי אָוֶן, poalei aven) — those who practice or labor at wrongdoing; implies habitual, deliberate evil.
Frequently Asked Questions About Psalms 6:8
What does Psalms 6:8 mean?
Evildoers must leave because God has heard my cry.
What is the context of Psalms 6:8?
Turning point: the psalmist asserts God's hearing and commands evil to leave.