Psalms 94:10 Meaning and Explanation
“He that chastiseth the heathen, shall not he correct? he that teacheth man knowledge, shall not he know?”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →God, who disciplines nations and teaches mankind, surely knows all things and will set wrongs right.
The Context of Psalms 94:10
Extending the argument: God's power in history proves His knowledge of all events.
What Does Psalms 94:10 Mean?
Chastening the nations refers to God's historical acts of judgment and correction in the affairs of peoples. If God is powerful enough to direct world history and teach humanity, He is certainly aware of injustice. The argument from His mighty acts to His certain knowledge is compelling.
Teaching knowledge implies God's engagement with human understanding and moral development. The one who teaches must know more than the pupil. Applied to the wicked, this means God's knowledge vastly exceeds theirs, and they cannot escape His judgment through ignorance or pretense.
Psalms 94:10 in the Original Language
chastiseth (יוֹכִיחַ, yokiach) — to reprove, correct, or discipline through judgment.
Frequently Asked Questions About Psalms 94:10
What does Psalms 94:10 mean?
God, who disciplines nations and teaches mankind, surely knows all things and will set wrongs right.
What is the context of Psalms 94:10?
Extending the argument: God's power in history proves His knowledge of all events.