Psalms 94:6 Meaning and Explanation
“They slay the widow and the stranger, and murder the fatherless.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →The wicked target the most vulnerable—widows, orphans, and foreigners—murdering them without restraint.
The Context of Psalms 94:6
Detailing specific victims: the defenseless and marginalized.
What Does Psalms 94:6 Mean?
In ancient society, widows, orphans, and strangers were the most defenseless, lacking male protectors and community standing. The fact that murderers target these groups reveals total moral collapse and exploitation of helplessness. These killings are not crimes of passion but calculated victimization of the weak.
This catalog shows a pattern: the wicked do not merely oppress, they systematically eliminate those least able to resist. The law in Israel explicitly protected these vulnerable groups, so to prey on them is to violate both divine command and basic human decency.
Psalms 94:6 in the Original Language
slay (הָרַג, harag) — to kill, murder; the word emphasizes deliberate violent death.
Frequently Asked Questions About Psalms 94:6
What does Psalms 94:6 mean?
The wicked target the most vulnerable—widows, orphans, and foreigners—murdering them without restraint.
What is the context of Psalms 94:6?
Detailing specific victims: the defenseless and marginalized.