Psalms 52
1 Why boastest thou thyself in mischief, O mighty man? the goodness of God endureth continually.
2 Thy tongue deviseth mischiefs; like a sharp rasor, working deceitfully.
3 Thou lovest evil more than good; and lying rather than to speak righteousness. Selah.
4 Thou lovest all devouring words, O thou deceitful tongue.
5 God shall likewise destroy thee for ever, he shall take thee away, and pluck thee out of thy dwelling place, and root thee out of the land of the living. Selah.
6 The righteous also shall see, and fear, and shall laugh at him:
7 Lo, this is the man that made not God his strength; but trusted in the abundance of his riches, and strengthened himself in his wickedness.
8 But I am like a green olive tree in the house of God: I trust in the mercy of God for ever and ever.
9 I will praise thee for ever, because thou hast done it: and I will wait on thy name; for it is good before thy saints.
Common Questions About Psalms 52
Who is Psalm 52 addressed against?
It is written against Doeg the Edomite, who betrayed David to Saul, rebuking someone who boasts of evil and loves lying over speaking what is right.
What contrast does David draw for himself?
David contrasts the wicked, uprooted like an uprooted tree, with himself as a green olive tree flourishing in the house of God, trusting in His steadfast love forever.
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Questions to Think About
- How do you respond when someone's words or betrayal cause you harm, compared to David's response here?
- What does it mean to be like 'a green olive tree' flourishing in God's presence rather than uprooted by bitterness?
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