Psalms 7:16
Psalms 7:16 Meaning and Explanation
“His mischief shall return upon his own head, and his violent dealing shall come down upon his own pate.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →The harm he intended for others comes back upon his own head.
The Context of Psalms 7:16
God ensures the wicked experience their own deeds.
What Does Psalms 7:16 Mean?
The wicked person's cruelty boomerangs. The violence he dealt out returns to strike him on the head and crown, the seat of his power and pride. His own schemes become his destruction.
This is not arbitrary punishment but a fitting reversal. What someone plants, they reap. The violent person experiences violence; the deceiver is deceived.
Psalms 7:16 in the Original Language
pate (קָדְקֹד, kodkod) — the crown of the head; the highest point, suggesting dignity and power.
Frequently Asked Questions About Psalms 7:16
What does Psalms 7:16 mean?
The harm he intended for others comes back upon his own head.
What is the context of Psalms 7:16?
God ensures the wicked experience their own deeds.