Psalms 92:11 Meaning and Explanation
“Mine eye also shall see my desire on mine enemies, and mine ears shall hear my desire of the wicked that rise up against me.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →The psalmist will witness the downfall of his adversaries.
The Context of Psalms 92:11
Direct witness to the fate of those who oppose the psalmist.
What Does Psalms 92:11 Mean?
'Mine eye' and 'mine ears' personalize the vindication. The psalmist will not merely hear report of enemies' defeat but directly witness it. 'See' and 'hear' ground vindication in sensory reality, making it incontrovertible. The specificity of organs emphasizes full, undeniable awareness.
'My desire' on enemies—their destruction—will be accomplished. The wicked who 'rise up against me' are not neutral opponents but aggressors. The psalmist's desire is not vengeance in the moral sense but simply the outcome that justice demands when wrongdoing is perpetual. Witnessing this fulfills confidence placed in God.
Frequently Asked Questions About Psalms 92:11
What does Psalms 92:11 mean?
The psalmist will witness the downfall of his adversaries.
What is the context of Psalms 92:11?
Direct witness to the fate of those who oppose the psalmist.