Psalms 83:3 Meaning and Explanation
“They have taken crafty counsel against thy people, and consulted against thy hidden ones.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →The enemies plot strategically against God's people with deliberation.
The Context of Psalms 83:3
The enemies' deliberate strategic planning against God's covenant people.
What Does Psalms 83:3 Mean?
Crafty counsel means shrewd, calculated planning rather than impulsive attack. The enemies are thinking through how to harm God's people. Thy hidden ones likely refers to those faithful to God—people God cherishes and protects. The coordination implied ('consulted together') shows this is a unified threat.
The word hidden can mean both concealed and precious—those whom God shelters. Yet the enemies have united against them, suggesting the threat encompasses all of God's faithful followers. This moves the conflict from political rebellion to spiritual warfare.
Psalms 83:3 in the Original Language
sod (סוֹד), 'counsel' — secret or hidden counsel, deliberate planning in conclave.
Frequently Asked Questions About Psalms 83:3
What does Psalms 83:3 mean?
The enemies plot strategically against God's people with deliberation.
What is the context of Psalms 83:3?
The enemies' deliberate strategic planning against God's covenant people.