Psalms 94:13 Meaning and Explanation
“That thou mayest give him rest from the days of adversity, until the pit be digged for the wicked.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →God grants the disciplined righteous person relief from suffering, and waits until the wicked receive their judgment.
The Context of Psalms 94:13
The timing of justice: God sustains the righteous through current adversity, reserving judgment for the wicked.
What Does Psalms 94:13 Mean?
Rest in adversity is God's special mercy toward those He trains. Even while trials continue around them, the righteous person finds inner peace and strength through God's instruction and nearness. This rest is spiritual and relational, not necessarily the absence of hardship.
The "pit digged for the wicked" is their final ruin. God's patience with the wicked continues until the appointed hour of judgment. In the meantime, the righteous can rest assured that God's plan unfolds justly—the wicked will not triumph forever.
Psalms 94:13 in the Original Language
pit (שַׁחַת, shachat) — pit, grave, corruption; often refers to the place of death or ruin.
Frequently Asked Questions About Psalms 94:13
What does Psalms 94:13 mean?
God grants the disciplined righteous person relief from suffering, and waits until the wicked receive their judgment.
What is the context of Psalms 94:13?
The timing of justice: God sustains the righteous through current adversity, reserving judgment for the wicked.