Psalms 58:10
Psalms 58:10 in Multiple Translations
The righteous will rejoice when they see they are avenged; they will wash their feet in the blood of the wicked.
The righteous shall rejoice when he seeth the vengeance: he shall wash his feet in the blood of the wicked.
The righteous shall rejoice when he seeth the vengeance: He shall wash his feet in the blood of the wicked;
The upright man will be glad when he sees their punishment; his feet will be washed in the blood of the evil-doer.
Those who live right will be happy when they see there is punishment; they will wash their feet in the blood of the wicked.
The righteous shall reioyce when he seeeth the vengeance: he shall wash his feete in the blood of the wicked.
The righteous rejoiceth that he hath seen vengeance, His steps he washeth in the blood of the wicked.
The righteous shall rejoice when he sees the vengeance. He shall wash his feet in the blood of the wicked,
The righteous shall rejoice when he seeth the vengeance: he shall wash his feet in the blood of the wicked.
I will keep my strength to thee: for thou art my protector:
Righteous people will rejoice when they see wicked people being punished as they deserve; they will wash their feet in the blood of wicked people.
Berean Amplified Bible — Psalms 58:10
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Psalms 58:10 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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בְּ/טֶ֤רֶם
יָבִ֣ינוּ
סִּֽירֹתֵי/כֶ֣ם
אָטָ֑ד
כְּמוֹ
חַ֥י
כְּמוֹ
חָ֝ר֗וֹן
יִשְׂעָרֶֽ/נּוּ
בְּ/טֶ֤רֶם
ṭerem
H2962
before
Prep | Adv
יָבִ֣ינוּ
bîyn
H995
to understand
V-Qal-Imperf-3mp
סִּֽירֹתֵי/כֶ֣ם
çîyr
H5518
pot
N-cp | Suff
אָטָ֑ד
ʼâṭâd
H329
bramble
N-ms
כְּמוֹ
kᵉmôw
H3644
like
Prep
חַ֥י
chay
H2416
alive
Adj
כְּמוֹ
kᵉmôw
H3644
like
Prep
חָ֝ר֗וֹן
chârôwn
H2740
burning anger
N-ms
יִשְׂעָרֶֽ/נּוּ
sâʻar
H8175
to shudder
V-Qal-Imperf-3ms | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — Psalms 58:10
בְּ/טֶ֤רֶם
ṭerem
H2962
"before"
Prep | Adv
This word indicates something has not happened yet, or it happened before something else. It is used to show timing or sequence of events, translated as before, ere, or not yet in the KJV.
Definition: before, not yet, before that
Usage: Occurs in 50 OT verses. KJV: before, ere, not yet. See also: Genesis 2:5; 2 Kings 6:32; Psalms 5:6.
יָבִ֣ינוּ
bîyn
H995
"to understand"
V-Qal-Imperf-3mp
To understand or discern, this verb means to separate mentally and know something with your mind, as seen in Proverbs where it talks about gaining insight.
Definition: 1) to discern, understand, consider 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to perceive, discern 1a2) to understand, know (with the mind) 1a3) to observe, mark, give heed to, distinguish, consider 1a4) to have discernment, insight, understanding 1b) (Niphal) to be discerning, intelligent, discreet, have understanding 1c) (Hiphil) 1c1) to understand 1c2) to cause to understand, give understanding, teach 1d) (Hithpolel) to show oneself discerning or attentive, consider diligently 1e) (Polel) to teach, instruct 2) (TWOT) prudent, regard
Usage: Occurs in 162 OT verses. KJV: attend, consider, be cunning, diligently, direct, discern, eloquent, feel, inform, instruct, have intelligence, know, look well to, mark, perceive, be prudent, regard, (can) skill(-full), teach, think, (cause, make to, get, give, have) understand(-ing), view, (deal) wise(-ly, man). See also: Genesis 41:33; Psalms 139:2; Psalms 5:2.
סִּֽירֹתֵי/כֶ֣ם
çîyr
H5518
"pot"
N-cp | Suff
This word refers to a thorn or a hook, something that springs up rapidly. It can also mean a pot or a pan, and is used in various contexts in the Bible, including cooking and fishing.
Definition: 1) pot 1a) pot (household utensil) 1b) pot (of temple)
Usage: Occurs in 32 OT verses. KJV: caldron, fishhook, pan, (wash-)pot, thorn. See also: Exodus 16:3; Ecclesiastes 7:6; Psalms 58:10.
אָטָ֑ד
ʼâṭâd
H329
"bramble"
N-ms
This word refers to a type of thorny plant, like a buckthorn tree. It is used in the Bible to describe a specific location, the thorn tree of Atad. The KJV translates it as Atad or bramble.
Definition: 1) bramble, thorn, buckthorn
Usage: Occurs in 5 OT verses. KJV: Atad, bramble, thorn. See also: Genesis 50:10; Judges 9:14; Psalms 58:10.
כְּמוֹ
kᵉmôw
H3644
"like"
Prep
This word means like or as, used to compare things. It appears in the Bible to describe similarities or to make comparisons, such as in the book of Psalms.
Definition: adv 1) like, as, the like of which conj 2) when, according as, as it were
Usage: Occurs in 126 OT verses. KJV: according to, (such) as (it were, well as), in comparison of, like (as, to, unto), thus, when, worth. See also: Genesis 19:15; Job 40:17; Psalms 29:6.
חַ֥י
chay
H2416
"alive"
Adj
In the Bible, this word means life or being alive. It can refer to physical life, like in Genesis 1:20, or spiritual life, like in Psalm 30:5.
Definition: adj 1) living, alive 1a) green (of vegetation) 1b) flowing, fresh (of water) 1c) lively, active (of man) 1d) reviving (of the springtime) Aramaic equivalent: chay (חַי "living" H2417)
Usage: Occurs in 450 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] age, alive, appetite, (wild) beast, company, congregation, life(-time), live(-ly), living (creature, thing), maintenance, [phrase] merry, multitude, [phrase] (be) old, quick, raw, running, springing, troop. See also: Genesis 1:20; Deuteronomy 4:9; 2 Kings 5:16.
כְּמוֹ
kᵉmôw
H3644
"like"
Prep
This word means like or as, used to compare things. It appears in the Bible to describe similarities or to make comparisons, such as in the book of Psalms.
Definition: adv 1) like, as, the like of which conj 2) when, according as, as it were
Usage: Occurs in 126 OT verses. KJV: according to, (such) as (it were, well as), in comparison of, like (as, to, unto), thus, when, worth. See also: Genesis 19:15; Job 40:17; Psalms 29:6.
חָ֝ר֗וֹן
chârôwn
H2740
"burning anger"
N-ms
This Hebrew word describes God's burning anger or fierce wrath, often used in the Bible to convey His intense emotions. It is used to describe God's anger towards sin and disobedience, and appears in various translations as sore displeasure or fury. This word emphasizes the seriousness of God's emotions.
Definition: 1) anger, heat, burning (of anger) 1a) always used of God's anger
Usage: Occurs in 40 OT verses. KJV: sore displeasure, fierce(-ness), fury, (fierce) wrath(-ful). See also: Exodus 15:7; Psalms 88:17; Psalms 2:5.
יִשְׂעָרֶֽ/נּוּ
sâʻar
H8175
"to shudder"
V-Qal-Imperf-3ms | Suff
This Hebrew word means to be extremely afraid or to storm, implying a strong sense of fear or turmoil, as seen in its KJV translations. It can also mean to shiver or be tempestuous.
Definition: 1) to shudder, shiver, dread, bristle (with horror), be very afraid 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to bristle (with horror) 1a2) to dread
Usage: Occurs in 8 OT verses. KJV: be (horribly) afraid, fear, hurl as a storm, be tempestuous, come like (take away as with) a whirlwind. See also: Deuteronomy 32:17; Jeremiah 2:12; Psalms 50:3.
Study Notes — Psalms 58:10
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- Context
- Cross References
- Psalms 58:10 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Psalms 58:10
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 58:10
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 58:10
- Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 58:10
- Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 58:10
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 58:10
- Cambridge Bible on Psalms 58:10
- Barnes' Notes on Psalms 58:10
- Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 58:10
- Sermons on Psalms 58:10
Context — God Judges the Earth
8Like a slug that dissolves in its slime, like a woman’s stillborn child, may they never see the sun.
9Before your pots can feel the burning thorns— whether green or dry— He will sweep them away.
10The righteous will rejoice when they see they are avenged; they will wash their feet in the blood of the wicked.
11Then men will say, “There is surely a reward for the righteous! There is surely a God who judges the earth!”Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Psalms 68:23 | that your foot may be dipped in the blood of your foes— the tongues of your dogs in the same.” |
| 2 | Psalms 91:8 | You will only see it with your eyes and witness the punishment of the wicked. |
| 3 | Psalms 64:10 | Let the righteous rejoice in the LORD and take refuge in Him; let all the upright in heart exult. |
| 4 | Proverbs 11:10 | When the righteous thrive, the city rejoices, and when the wicked perish, there are shouts of joy. |
| 5 | Deuteronomy 32:43 | Rejoice, O heavens, with Him, and let all God’s angels worship Him. Rejoice, O nations, with His people; for He will avenge the blood of His children. He will take vengeance on His adversaries and repay those who hate Him; He will cleanse His land and His people. |
| 6 | Revelation 11:17–18 | saying: “We give thanks to You, O Lord God Almighty, the One who is and who was, because You have taken Your great power and have begun to reign. The nations were enraged, and Your wrath has come. The time has come to judge the dead and to reward Your servants the prophets, as well as the saints and those who fear Your name, both small and great— and to destroy those who destroy the earth.” |
| 7 | Psalms 107:42 | The upright see and rejoice, and all iniquity shuts its mouth. |
| 8 | Psalms 68:1–3 | God arises. His enemies are scattered, and those who hate Him flee His presence. As smoke is blown away, You will drive them out; as wax melts before the fire, the wicked will perish in the presence of God. But the righteous will be glad and rejoice before God; they will celebrate with joy. |
| 9 | Revelation 18:20 | Rejoice over her, O heaven, O saints and apostles and prophets, because God has pronounced for you His judgment against her. |
| 10 | Psalms 52:6 | The righteous will see and fear; they will mock the evildoer, saying, |
Psalms 58:10 Summary
Psalms 58:10 is saying that God will one day judge the wicked and bring justice to the earth, and when that happens, those who love and follow God will rejoice and be glad. This isn't about seeking revenge, but about trusting in God's goodness and justice, as we see in Psalms 119:137, where God is righteous and His judgments are just. It's also a reminder that God is our protector and defender, and He will ultimately make everything right, as promised in Romans 12:19. By trusting in God's justice, we can have peace and confidence, even in the face of challenges and difficulties.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean to 'wash their feet in the blood of the wicked' in Psalms 58:10?
This phrase is a metaphorical expression of the complete victory and judgment of God over evil, as seen in Revelation 19:2, where God judges the great prostitute, symbolizing wickedness, and avenges the blood of His servants.
Is this verse promoting violence or revenge?
No, this verse is not promoting violence or revenge, but rather highlighting God's justice and righteousness, as stated in Deuteronomy 32:4, where God is described as a Rock, His works are perfect, and all His ways are just.
How can the righteous rejoice in the punishment of the wicked?
The righteous can rejoice in the punishment of the wicked because it demonstrates God's justice and faithfulness to His people, as expressed in Psalms 37:28, where God loves justice and does not forsake His saints.
What is the significance of the righteous being avenged in Psalms 58:10?
The significance of the righteous being avenged is that it shows God's concern for His people and His desire to protect and vindicate them, as seen in Psalms 140:12, where God will maintain the cause of the afflicted and the right of the poor.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways I can trust in God's justice and righteousness in my own life, even when I face challenges or injustices?
- How can I balance my desire for justice with the command to love my enemies, as stated in Matthew 5:44?
- In what ways can I rejoice in God's victory over evil, without becoming vindictive or seeking revenge myself?
- What are some practical ways I can demonstrate God's love and justice to those around me, especially to those who may be suffering or marginalized?
Gill's Exposition on Psalms 58:10
The righteous shall rejoice when he seeth the vengeance,.... Before imprecated and foretold; the punishment inflicted by the Lord, to whom vengeance belongs, in a way of vindictive wrath; for what
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 58:10
The righteous shall rejoice when he seeth the vengeance: he shall wash his feet in the blood of the wicked.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 58:10
The vengeance, i.e. the vengeance of God upon his implacable enemies; not simply for himself, but for the blessed effects of it, the vindication of God’ s honour, and the deliverance of himself and of all good men. He shall wash his feet in the blood of the wicked, i.e. there shall be so great a slaughter of his enemies, that he might, if he so pleased, wash his feet in their blood. See the same or like expressions, .
Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 58:10
Psalms 58:10 The righteous shall rejoice when he seeth the vengeance: he shall wash his feet in the blood of the wicked.Ver. 10. The righteous shall rejoice, &c.] Giving God the glory of his justice against his enemies and care of his poor people. See Exodus 15:1-27 : 1 Kings 15:3 Esther 7:10; Esther 8:9 Proverbs 11:10. He shall wash his feet in the blood of the wicked] A speech borrowed from great conquerors, wading up to the ancles in the blood of their enemies; or, as some think, from those that tread the wine-press with joy. Some make this the sense: the righteous, seeing the ruin of the wicked, shall become more cautious; according to that, Alterius perditio tua sit cautio.
Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 58:10
(10) Wash his feet.—So in Psalms 68:23. “Wading deep in blood” is the picture suggested.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 58:10
Verse 10. The righteous shall rejoice when he seeth the vengeance] He shall have a strong proof of the Divine providence, of God's hatred against sinners, and his continual care of his followers. He shall wash his feet in the blood of the wicked.] This can only mean that the slaughter would be so great, and at the same time so very nigh to the dwelling of the righteous, that he could not go out without dipping his feet in the blood of the wicked. The Syriac, Vulgate, Septuagint, AEthiopic, Arabic, and Anglo-Saxon, read hands instead of feet. Every thing that is vindictive in the Psalms must be considered as totally alien from the spirit of the Gospel, and not at all, under our dispensation, to be imitated. If the passage above be really vindictive, and it certainly will admit of the interpretation given above, it is to be considered as not belonging to that state in which the Son of man is come, not to destroy men's lives, but to save.
Cambridge Bible on Psalms 58:10
10, 11. The issues of the judgement: the righteous rejoice in the discomfiture of their oppressors: men in general recognise the reality of God’s moral government of the world.
Barnes' Notes on Psalms 58:10
The righteous shall rejoice when he seeth the vengeance - When he sees the just punishment inflicted on the wicked.
Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 58:10
10, 11. These verses present the acquiescence of the righteous in the just judgment of the wicked, and the happy deliverance of the godly. Vengeance—Judicial justice.
Sermons on Psalms 58:10
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Philemon I. 17-19 by St. John Chrysostom | John Chrysostom preaches on the importance of forgiveness and reconciliation, using the letter of Paul to Philemon as a powerful example. He emphasizes the need to extend grace and |
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The Gospel of Jesus Christ (s.n.e. Reformation Conference) by Paul Washer | In this sermon, the speaker presents a thought-provoking scenario to illustrate the concept of justice and forgiveness. He describes a situation where a person's family has been br |
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From the Departure of the Jews From Babylon to Fadus the Roman Procurator by Flavius Josephus | Josephus recounts the tumultuous period following the assassination of Emperor Caius, where the senators deliberated on restoring democracy while the soldiers favored preserving th |
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Are You on God's Side? by Rolfe Barnard | In this sermon, the preacher reflects on his forty years of preaching and the impact it has had on people's lives. He emphasizes that he cannot save anyone, but believes in the pow |
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When the Wicked Shall Have Filled Up the Measure of Their Sin, Wrath Will Come Upon Them to the Uttermost by Jonathan Edwards | Jonathan Edwards preaches about the consequences of continuing in sin and filling up the measure of one's sins, leading to the ultimate wrath of God coming upon them to the uttermo |
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Homily 28 on Romans by St. John Chrysostom | John Chrysostom preaches on Romans 15:8, emphasizing how Jesus Christ, as a Minister of the circumcision, fulfilled the promises made to the fathers, showing His concern for both J |
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(Second Coming of Christ) 10 the Supper of the Great God by Aeron Morgan | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of heeding the warnings of the Word of God. He warns that a fearful day is coming, known as the Armageddon, where there will |