Psalms 89:41 Meaning and Explanation
“All that pass by the way spoil him: he is a reproach to his neighbours.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →Travelers plunder the defenseless kingdom, and the king becomes an object of contempt to neighboring nations.
The Context of Psalms 89:41
Extending the picture of collapse: not only military defeat but economic plunder and diplomatic shame.
What Does Psalms 89:41 Mean?
Spoiling means taking without permission—robbery and looting. The ease with which 'all that pass by' can plunder indicates the kingdom's collapse into undefended vulnerability. There are no barriers between predator and prey.
Becoming a reproach to neighbors means being shamed and mocked by surrounding nations. What was promised as exaltation above all kings becomes degradation and contempt. The reversal is total and public.
Frequently Asked Questions About Psalms 89:41
What does Psalms 89:41 mean?
Travelers plunder the defenseless kingdom, and the king becomes an object of contempt to neighboring nations.
What is the context of Psalms 89:41?
Extending the picture of collapse: not only military defeat but economic plunder and diplomatic shame.