Psalms 36 - Meaning, Themes & Application

" [[To the chief Musician, A Psalm of David the servant of the LORD.]] The transgression of the wicked saith within my heart, that there is no fear of God before his eyes. "

Psalms 36:1 means that people who do wrong without guilt or concern act as if God isn’t watching or doesn’t matter. Their behavior shows no …

" For he flattereth himself in his own eyes, until his iniquity be found to be hateful. "

Psalm 36:2 means a person can deceive themselves, thinking they’re fine while doing wrong, until their sin is clearly exposed and hated. It warns us …

" The words of his mouth are iniquity and deceit: he hath left off to be wise, and to do good. "

Psalm 36:3 means a person has become so turned from God that lying and hurtful words feel normal. They no longer care about what’s right. …

" He deviseth mischief upon his bed; he setteth himself in a way that is not good; he abhorreth not evil. "

Psalm 36:4 means this person spends even quiet moments planning wrongdoing and then chooses a harmful lifestyle without feeling bad about it. It warns us …

" Thy mercy, O LORD, is in the heavens; and thy faithfulness reacheth unto the clouds. "

Psalms 36:5 means God’s love and loyalty are huge, endless, and reliable, higher than the sky. He doesn’t change or give up on us. When …

" Thy righteousness is like the great mountains; thy judgments are a great deep: O LORD, thou preservest man and beast. "

Psalm 36:6 means God is completely trustworthy and strong, like huge mountains, and His wisdom is deeper than the ocean. He cares for and protects …

" How excellent is thy lovingkindness, O God! therefore the children of men put their trust under the shadow of thy wings. "

Psalm 36:7 means God’s love is incredibly precious and protective, like a safe shelter under His wings. Because His kindness never fails, people can fully …

" They shall be abundantly satisfied with the fatness of thy house; and thou shalt make them drink of the river of thy pleasures. "

Psalms 36:8 means God fully satisfies and refreshes those who stay close to Him, like guests enjoying a rich feast and endless, clean water. When …

" For with thee is the fountain of life: in thy light shall we see light. "

Psalm 36:9 means God is the source of real life and clear understanding. Just like a fountain gives water, God gives strength, purpose, and hope. …

" O continue thy lovingkindness unto them that know thee; and thy righteousness to the upright in heart. "

Psalm 36:10 is a prayer asking God to keep showing faithful love and doing what is right to those who truly know and follow Him. …

" Let not the foot of pride come against me, and let not the hand of the wicked remove "

Psalms 36:11 is a prayer for protection from arrogant people and harmful influences. The writer asks God to keep proud, pushy people from walking over …

" There are the workers of iniquity fallen: they are cast down, and shall not be able to rise. "