Psalms 94:15 Meaning and Explanation
“But judgment shall return unto righteousness: and all the upright in heart shall follow it.”
King James Version (KJV)
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The Context of Psalms 94:15
The promise of restoration: God's judgment will ultimately restore moral order and vindicate the righteous.
What Does Psalms 94:15 Mean?
Judgment returning to righteousness means that God's verdict will favor the righteous. The current disorder—where the wicked prosper and the innocent suffer—is temporary. God's final judgment restores the moral order and reveals the truth about who was righteous and who was wicked.
All the upright follow judgment because they trust it and recognize in it God's truth. They are vindicated by it, and more broadly, it becomes the standard by which all conduct is measured. Justice becomes the path forward for all who seek righteousness.
Psalms 94:15 in the Original Language
judgment (מִשְׁפָּט, mishpat) — judgment, justice, righteousness; the legal and moral verdict of God.
Frequently Asked Questions About Psalms 94:15
What does Psalms 94:15 mean?
Justice will ultimately align with righteousness, and the upright will find vindication and direction from it.
What is the context of Psalms 94:15?
The promise of restoration: God's judgment will ultimately restore moral order and vindicate the righteous.