Psalms 7:14

Psalms 7:14 Meaning and Explanation

Behold, he travaileth with iniquity, and hath conceived mischief, and brought forth falsehood.

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The wicked one labors to birth iniquity, plans mischief, and gives birth to lies.

The Context of Psalms 7:14

The wicked person's nature is exposed.

What Does Psalms 7:14 Mean?

The evildoer is pregnant with wrongdoing. He strains and works to bring his schemes to fruition, conceiving plans of harm and working relentlessly to deliver them into the world.

His entire productive effort is devoted to falsehood. Everything he bears—his words, his deeds, his designs—comes forth as lies and deception meant to harm others.

Psalms 7:14 in the Original Language

travaileth (חָבַל, chabal) — to be in labor pain; to struggle intensely in bringing something forth.

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What does Psalms 7:14 mean?

The wicked one labors to birth iniquity, plans mischief, and gives birth to lies.

What is the context of Psalms 7:14?

The wicked person's nature is exposed.

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