Psalms 5:5
Psalms 5:5 in Multiple Translations
The boastful cannot stand in Your presence; You hate all workers of iniquity.
The foolish shall not stand in thy sight: thou hatest all workers of iniquity.
The arrogant shall not stand in thy sight: Thou hatest all workers of iniquity.
The sons of pride have no place before you; you are a hater of all workers of evil.
The proud cannot come into your presence; you hate everyone who does evil.
The foolish shall not stand in thy sight: for thou hatest all them that worke iniquitie.
The boastful station not themselves before Thine eyes: Thou hast hated all working iniquity.
The arrogant will not stand in your sight. You hate all workers of iniquity.
The foolish shall not stand in thy sight: thou hatest all workers of iniquity.
In the morning I will stand before thee, and will see: because thou art not a God that willest iniquity.
You do not allow those who are very proud to come to you to worship you. You hate all those who do evil things.
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Psalms 5:5 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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HEB
כִּ֤י
לֹ֤א
אֵֽל
חָפֵ֘ץ
רֶ֥שַׁע
אָ֑תָּה
לֹ֖א
יְגֻרְ/ךָ֣
רָֽע
כִּ֤י
kîy
H3588
for
Conj
לֹ֤א
lôʼ
H3808
not
Part
אֵֽל
ʼêl
H410
god
N-ms
חָפֵ֘ץ
châphêts
H2655
delighting
Adj
רֶ֥שַׁע
reshaʻ
H7562
wickedness
N-ms
אָ֑תָּה
ʼattâh
H859
you(m.s.)
Pron
לֹ֖א
lôʼ
H3808
not
Part
יְגֻרְ/ךָ֣
gûwr
H1481
to sojourn
V-Qal-Imperf-3ms | Suff
רָֽע
raʻ
H7451
bad
Adj
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Hebrew Word Reference — Psalms 5:5
כִּ֤י
kîy
H3588
"for"
Conj
A conjunction used to show cause or connection, as in Genesis 2:23 where Adam says the woman is bone of his bone because she was taken out of him. It is often translated as 'for', 'because', or 'since'.
Definition: 1) that, for, because, when, as though, as, because that, but, then, certainly, except, surely, since 1a) that 1a1) yea, indeed 1b) when (of time) 1b1) when, if, though (with a concessive force) 1c) because, since (causal connection) 1d) but (after negative) 1e) that if, for if, indeed if, for though, but if 1f) but rather, but 1g) except that 1h) only, nevertheless 1i) surely 1j) that is 1k) but if 1l) for though 1m) forasmuch as, for therefore
Usage: Occurs in 3910 OT verses. KJV: and, + (forasmuch, inasmuch, where-) as, assured(-ly), + but, certainly, doubtless, + else, even, + except, for, how, (because, in, so, than) that, + nevertheless, now, rightly, seeing, since, surely, then, therefore, + (al-) though, + till, truly, + until, when, whether, while, whom, yea, yet. See also: Genesis 1:4; Genesis 26:16; Genesis 42:15.
לֹ֤א
lôʼ
H3808
"not"
Part
The Hebrew word for not or no is used to indicate absence or negation, as when God says no to the Israelites' requests, or when they disobey His commands.
Definition: 1) not, no 1a) not (with verb-absolute prohibition) 1b) not (with modifier-negation) 1c) nothing (subst) 1d) without (with particle) 1e) before (of time) Aramaic equivalent: la (לָא "not" H3809)
Usage: Occurs in 3967 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] before, [phrase] or else, ere, [phrase] except, ig(-norant), much, less, nay, neither, never, no((-ne), -r, (-thing)), ([idiom] as though...,(can-), for) not (out of), of nought, otherwise, out of, [phrase] surely, [phrase] as truly as, [phrase] of a truth, [phrase] verily, for want, [phrase] whether, without. See also: Genesis 2:5; Genesis 31:15; Exodus 4:9.
אֵֽל
ʼêl
H410
"god"
N-ms
In the Bible, 'el means strength or power, and is often used to refer to God or false gods. It describes something or someone as mighty or powerful, like the Almighty. This concept is central to understanding the Bible's view of God.
Definition: : god 1) god, god-like one, mighty one 1a) mighty men, men of rank, mighty heroes 1b) angels 1c) god, false god, (demons, imaginations) 1d) God, the one true God, Jehovah 2) mighty things in nature 3) strength, power Also means: ": power" (el אֵל H0410L)
Usage: Occurs in 235 OT verses. KJV: God (god), [idiom] goodly, [idiom] great, idol, might(-y one), power, strong. Compare names in '-el.' See also: Genesis 14:18; Job 33:14; Psalms 5:5.
חָפֵ֘ץ
châphêts
H2655
"delighting"
Adj
This word describes someone who delights in something, like a person who takes pleasure in following God's commands. It's about having a strong desire or liking for something.
Definition: desiring, delighting in, having pleasure in
Usage: Occurs in 10 OT verses. KJV: delight in, desire, favour, please, have pleasure, whosoever would, willing, wish. See also: 1 Kings 13:33; Psalms 34:13; Psalms 5:5.
רֶ֥שַׁע
reshaʻ
H7562
"wickedness"
N-ms
The Hebrew word for wickedness, describing wrong or immoral actions, as seen in the wickedness of enemies or those hostile to God. It appears in various forms, such as iniquity or wickedness. This concept is discussed in biblical books like Psalms and Proverbs.
Definition: 1) wrong, wickedness, guilt 1a) wickedness (as violence and crime against civil law) 1b) wickedness (of enemies) 1c) wickedness (in ethical relations)
Usage: Occurs in 29 OT verses. KJV: iniquity, wicked(-ness). See also: Deuteronomy 9:27; Proverbs 12:3; Psalms 5:5.
אָ֑תָּה
ʼattâh
H859
"you(m.s.)"
Pron
You is the translation of a Hebrew word used to address someone directly, like when God says you to someone in the Bible. It can be singular or plural, and is often translated as thee, thou, or ye.
Definition: you (second pers. sing. masc.)
Usage: Occurs in 997 OT verses. KJV: thee, thou, ye, you. See also: Genesis 3:11; Exodus 23:9; Deuteronomy 14:1.
לֹ֖א
lôʼ
H3808
"not"
Part
The Hebrew word for not or no is used to indicate absence or negation, as when God says no to the Israelites' requests, or when they disobey His commands.
Definition: 1) not, no 1a) not (with verb-absolute prohibition) 1b) not (with modifier-negation) 1c) nothing (subst) 1d) without (with particle) 1e) before (of time) Aramaic equivalent: la (לָא "not" H3809)
Usage: Occurs in 3967 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] before, [phrase] or else, ere, [phrase] except, ig(-norant), much, less, nay, neither, never, no((-ne), -r, (-thing)), ([idiom] as though...,(can-), for) not (out of), of nought, otherwise, out of, [phrase] surely, [phrase] as truly as, [phrase] of a truth, [phrase] verily, for want, [phrase] whether, without. See also: Genesis 2:5; Genesis 31:15; Exodus 4:9.
יְגֻרְ/ךָ֣
gûwr
H1481
"to sojourn"
V-Qal-Imperf-3ms | Suff
This word means to fear or dread something, like the fear of God. It implies a sense of awe or reverence, like the fear that the disciples felt during the storm on the lake in Matthew 8:24. It can also mean to be a stranger or sojourner in a place.
Definition: 1) to sojourn, abide, dwell in, dwell with, remain, inhabit, be a stranger, be continuing, surely 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to sojourn, dwell for a time 1a2) to abide, stay, temporarily dwell 1b) (Hithpolel) 1b1) to seek hospitality with 1b2) to assemble oneself
Usage: Occurs in 94 OT verses. KJV: abide, assemble, be afraid, dwell, fear, gather (together), inhabitant, remain, sojourn, stand in awe, (be) stranger, [idiom] surely. See also: Genesis 12:10; 1 Kings 17:20; Psalms 5:5.
רָֽע
raʻ
H7451
"bad"
Adj
Ra means bad or evil, referring to moral or natural harm. It describes adversity, affliction, or distress, and is often used to convey a sense of misery or injury.
Definition: : harmful adj 1) bad, evil 1a) bad, disagreeable, malignant 1b) bad, unpleasant, evil (giving pain, unhappiness, misery) 1c) evil, displeasing 1d) bad (of its kind-land, water, etc) 1e) bad (of value) 1f) worse than, worst (comparison) 1g) sad, unhappy 1h) evil (hurtful) 1i) bad, unkind (vicious in disposition) 1j) bad, evil, wicked (ethically) 1j1) in general, of persons, of thoughts 1j2) deeds, actions
Usage: Occurs in 623 OT verses. KJV: adversity, affliction, bad, calamity, [phrase] displease(-ure), distress, evil((-favouredness), man, thing), [phrase] exceedingly, [idiom] great, grief(-vous), harm, heavy, hurt(-ful), ill (favoured), [phrase] mark, mischief(-vous), misery, naught(-ty), noisome, [phrase] not please, sad(-ly), sore, sorrow, trouble, vex, wicked(-ly, -ness, one), worse(-st), wretchedness, wrong. (Incl. feminine raaah; as adjective or noun.). See also: Genesis 2:9; Judges 9:57; 2 Kings 21:6.
Study Notes — Psalms 5:5
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- Context
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- Psalms 5:5 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Psalms 5:5
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 5:5
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 5:5
- Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 5:5
- Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 5:5
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 5:5
- Cambridge Bible on Psalms 5:5
- Barnes' Notes on Psalms 5:5
- Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 5:5
- Sermons on Psalms 5:5
Context — Give Ear to My Words
3In the morning, O LORD, You hear my voice; at daybreak I lay my plea before You and wait in expectation.
4For You are not a God who delights in wickedness; no evil can dwell with You.
5The boastful cannot stand in Your presence; You hate all workers of iniquity.
6You destroy those who tell lies; the LORD abhors the man of bloodshed and deceit. 7But I will enter Your house by the abundance of Your loving devotion; in reverence I will bow down toward Your holy temple.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Psalms 11:5 | The LORD tests the righteous and the wicked; His soul hates the lover of violence. |
| 2 | Psalms 1:5 | Therefore the wicked will not stand in the judgment, nor sinners in the assembly of the righteous. |
| 3 | Hosea 9:15 | All their evil appears at Gilgal, for there I hated them. I will drive them from My house for the wickedness of their deeds. I will no longer love them; all their leaders are rebellious. |
| 4 | Proverbs 6:16–19 | There are six things that the LORD hates, seven that are detestable to Him: haughty eyes, a lying tongue, hands that shed innocent blood, a heart that devises wicked schemes, feet that run swiftly to evil, a false witness who gives false testimony, and one who stirs up discord among brothers. |
| 5 | Matthew 25:41 | Then He will say to those on His left, ‘Depart from Me, you who are cursed, into the eternal fire prepared for the devil and his angels. |
| 6 | Leviticus 20:23 | You must not follow the statutes of the nations I am driving out before you. Because they did all these things, I abhorred them. |
| 7 | Proverbs 1:7 | The fear of the LORD is the beginning of knowledge, but fools despise wisdom and discipline. |
| 8 | Proverbs 8:5 | O simple ones, learn to be shrewd; O fools, gain understanding. |
| 9 | Habakkuk 1:13 | Your eyes are too pure to look upon evil, and You cannot tolerate wrongdoing. So why do You tolerate the faithless? Why are You silent while the wicked swallow up those more righteous than themselves? |
| 10 | Matthew 7:23 | Then I will tell them plainly, ‘I never knew you; depart from Me, you workers of lawlessness!’ |
Psalms 5:5 Summary
This verse means that God cannot tolerate people who are proud and arrogant, and He hates it when people do wrong things on purpose. Instead, God loves people who are humble and sorry for their sins, as we see in Psalms 51:17 and Luke 18:9-14. We can learn from this verse by being honest about our own sins and asking God to forgive us, and by trying to live in a way that is pleasing to Him. By doing so, we can experience God's love and presence in our lives, as promised in John 14:21 and 1 John 1:6-7.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean that the boastful cannot stand in God's presence?
This means that those who are proud and arrogant will not be able to remain in God's presence, as He hates pride and loves humility, as seen in Proverbs 8:13 and James 4:6-10.
Why does God hate all workers of iniquity?
God hates all workers of iniquity because they rebel against His holy and righteous nature, as stated in Psalms 45:7 and Hebrews 1:9, and instead choose to follow sinful and destructive paths, as warned in Romans 6:23.
How can we apply this verse to our daily lives?
We can apply this verse by humbling ourselves before God, recognizing our sinfulness and need for forgiveness, and seeking to live righteous lives, as encouraged in Micah 6:8 and Matthew 5:3-12.
What is the relationship between God's hatred of iniquity and His love for us?
God's hatred of iniquity is actually a demonstration of His love for us, as He desires to rescue us from the destructive power of sin and bring us into a relationship with Himself, as seen in John 3:16 and Romans 5:8.
Reflection Questions
- In what ways do I struggle with pride and boastfulness in my own life, and how can I surrender these tendencies to God?
- What are some specific areas of my life where I need to repent of iniquity and seek God's forgiveness?
- How can I cultivate a deeper sense of reverence and awe for God's holy presence in my daily life?
- What are some practical ways I can choose to walk in righteousness and humility, rather than following the path of iniquity?
Gill's Exposition on Psalms 5:5
The foolish shall not stand in thy sight,.... By the "foolish" are meant not such who are so in a natural, but in a moral sense, wicked and ungodly men.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 5:5
The foolish shall not stand in thy sight: thou hatest all workers of iniquity. The foolish , [ howlªliym (H1984), 'the boastful'].
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 5:5
The foolish; or, the madmen, as the word properly signifies, as ,12 7:7 10:13 , i.e. wicked men, as the next words explain it; who are indeed morally and really madmen, in fighting with the Lord God Almighty, and in exposing themselves to such dreadful hazards and mischiefs for such mean and momentary advantages. In thy sight; either in battle against thee, as this phrase is used, 7:12; or in judgement at thy tribunal, of which see on : compare . All workers of iniquity, i.e. such as make sin their choice, design, and business, giving up themselves to the constant or customary practice of it. Compare . Otherwise, in a general sense, there is no man that doth not sin or work iniquity, .
Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 5:5
Psalms 5:5 The foolish shall not stand in thy sight: thou hatest all workers of iniquity.Ver. 5. The foolish shall not stand in thy sight] Heb. before thine eyes, as thy favourites and attendants. Those furious, vain glorious mad caps, as they call them, roisterers, rioters, roaring boys, as they delight to call themselves by a woeful prolepsis of the present for the future. The word is used for mad, or raving with folly, Ecclesiastes 2:2; Ecclesiastes 2:12; Ecclesiastes 7:9; Ecclesiastes 10:13; Isaiah 44:25; Psalms 75:5; Psalms 73:3. God hath no need of such madmen, as Achish, king of Gath, said, when they brought David before him, and he feigned himself distracted. We likewise must have no fellowship with such, Ephesians 5:11, but reprove them rather. Thou hatest all workers of iniquity] Though they not only act it, but art it, polish and trim their sin, that it may seem less heinons, as hypocrites do, who hide their wickedness with no less subtle sleights than Rachel hid the idols, Rahab the spies. But God will detect and detest them.
Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 5:5
(5) Foolish.—Literally, shiners—i.e., displayers of self; or, perhaps, self-praisers, boasters.Shall not stand.—As distinguished men before kings (Proverbs 22:29); as angels in the court of the heavenly King (Job 1:6).
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 5:5
Verse 5. The foolish shall not stand] He is a fool and a madman who is running himself out of breath for no prize, who is fighting against the Almighty; this every wicked man does; therefore is every wicked man a fool and a madman. Thou hatest all workers of iniquity] Some sin now and then, others generally; some constantly, and some labour in it with all their might. These are the WORKERS of iniquity. Such even the God of infinite love and mercy hates. Alas! what a portion have the workers of iniquity! the hatred of God Almighty!
Cambridge Bible on Psalms 5:5
4–6. The ground of the Psalmist’s confident expectation of an answer is the holiness of God, who will tolerate no evil. Comp. the ideal of an earthly king’s court in Psalms 101.
Barnes' Notes on Psalms 5:5
The foolish - Referring still to his enemies, as having this character, and urging the fact that they “had” such a character as a reason why God should hear him, and deliver him.
Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 5:5
5. The foolish—A term for proud, vain boasters, godless. These shall not stand in his sight, or before his eyes, as the Hebrew has it. They shall not be honoured to come into his presence.
Sermons on Psalms 5:5
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The Power of God by Paul Washer | In this sermon, Brother Charles emphasizes the importance of being violent in our faith and seeking after God with fervor. He encourages listeners to prioritize their pursuit of ho |
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Cristo Murió Por Nosotros (Spanish) - Christ Died for Us by Paul Washer | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of accepting Jesus Christ as the ultimate treasure in life. He uses the analogy of an artist who offers his four children to |
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The Greatest Treasure - Part 1 by Paul Washer | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of preaching the true gospel of Jesus Christ. He criticizes the current state of the gospel, which has been reduced to a few |
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The Greatest Treasure - Part 2 by Paul Washer | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of understanding and preaching the true gospel of Jesus Christ. He criticizes the current state of the gospel, which has been |
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Eternity - the Horror of Hell (Compilation) by Compilations | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the eternal judgment that awaits those in hell. He describes how the Lord Jesus Christ stands over the uncapped place called hell and delive |
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The Danger of Loving a Theological System More Than the Savior by Daniel L. Akin | In this sermon, Danny Akin addresses the issue of extreme Calvinism and its negative impact on believers. He emphasizes the importance of loving Jesus and his church above any theo |
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God's Love/hate Relationship With the World by David Servant | David Servant challenges the common Christian cliché 'God loves the sinner but hates the sin,' pointing out that Scripture reveals God's hatred towards sinners as well. He emphasiz |