Psalms 94:23 Meaning and Explanation
“And he shall bring upon them their own iniquity, and shall cut them off in their own wickedness; yea, the LORD our God shall cut them off.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →God will cause the wicked to be destroyed by the very evil they have committed.
The Context of Psalms 94:23
The closing affirmation: God will execute final judgment, destroying the wicked through their own evil.
What Does Psalms 94:23 Mean?
The wicked receive judgment rooted in their own actions and character—divine justice matching crime with consequence. The repetition of "cut them off" emphasizes the certainty and finality of the judgment. There is no escape or reprieve from the God who knows all thoughts and actions.
This conclusion affirms that justice is not distant or uncertain but assured. God will not fail or be overwhelmed by evil. The wicked's own iniquity becomes the instrument of their ruin, demonstrating that God's justice is built into the moral and spiritual order itself.
Psalms 94:23 in the Original Language
cut them off (כָּרַת, karath) — to cut off, to cut down; often implies executing divine judgment and severing from the covenant people.
Frequently Asked Questions About Psalms 94:23
What does Psalms 94:23 mean?
God will cause the wicked to be destroyed by the very evil they have committed.
What is the context of Psalms 94:23?
The closing affirmation: God will execute final judgment, destroying the wicked through their own evil.