Psalms 7:9 Meaning and Explanation
“Oh let the wickedness of the wicked come to an end; but establish the just: for the righteous God trieth the hearts and reins.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →God should stop the wickedness of evildoers and confirm those who are just, for God tests human hearts and minds.
The Context of Psalms 7:9
David describes God's thorough knowledge and just judgment.
What Does Psalms 7:9 Mean?
David prays for a clear divide: let wickedness reach its end while justice is solidified. God has the authority and ability to make this distinction because He alone sees into the innermost being of every person.
God knows not just outward actions but the thoughts, intentions, and motivations that drive them. When He judges, it is with complete and perfect knowledge of the truth.
Psalms 7:9 in the Original Language
reins (כִּלְיוֹת, kilyot) — kidneys; in Hebrew thought, the seat of emotion, will, and inner self.
Frequently Asked Questions About Psalms 7:9
What does Psalms 7:9 mean?
God should stop the wickedness of evildoers and confirm those who are just, for God tests human hearts and minds.
What is the context of Psalms 7:9?
David describes God's thorough knowledge and just judgment.