Psalms 94:20 Meaning and Explanation
“Shall the throne of iniquity have fellowship with thee, which frameth mischief by a law?”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →Can a corrupt government that enshrines evil through law claim fellowship or partnership with a holy God?
The Context of Psalms 94:20
Addressing corrupt government: can authorities that enshrine evil claim fellowship with the holy God?
What Does Psalms 94:20 Mean?
A throne of iniquity is governmental authority built on and dedicated to wickedness. The rhetorical question asserts that such authority cannot commune with God or claim His favor. To frame mischief by law is to use the machinery of justice perversely—writing wickedness into statute.
The question assumes a sharp divide: God cannot and will not align Himself with corruption, even when that corruption wears the robes of legitimate authority. Partnership with God requires submission to His righteousness, not opposition to it through institutionalized evil.
Psalms 94:20 in the Original Language
frameth mischief by a law (יָצַר עָמָל בְּחוֹק, yatzar amal be-chok) — to fashion or shape trouble/mischief through law; legislative oppression.
Frequently Asked Questions About Psalms 94:20
What does Psalms 94:20 mean?
Can a corrupt government that enshrines evil through law claim fellowship or partnership with a holy God?
What is the context of Psalms 94:20?
Addressing corrupt government: can authorities that enshrine evil claim fellowship with the holy God?