1. Unto the end. A Psalm of David.
2. I trust in the Lord. How can you say to my soul, “Sojourn to the mountain, like a sparrow.”
3. For behold, the sinners have bent their bow. They have prepared their arrows in the quiver, so as to shoot arrows in the dark at the upright of heart.
4. For they have destroyed the things that you have completed. But what has the just one done?
5. The Lord is in his holy temple. The Lord’s throne is in heaven. His eyes look upon the poor. His eyelids question the sons of men.
6. The Lord questions the just and the impious. Yet he who loves iniquity, hates his own soul.
7. He will rain down snares upon sinners. Fire and brimstone and windstorms will be the portion of their cup.
8. For the Lord is just, and he has chosen justice. His countenance has beheld equity.
Fußnoten:
10:1 - The psalmist cries out to God in the midst of suffering and injustice. The feeling of abandonment by God is a common experience in the life of faith, showing that lament is part of prayer (see also Psalm 22:1 and Matthew 27:46).
10:2-4 - The description of the wicked persecuting the righteous highlights the reality of oppression and injustice. The pride and arrogance of the wicked are contrasted with the humility of the righteous, reflecting the battle between good and evil (see also Psalm 37:12-14 and Romans 12:19).
10:5-7 - The characteristics of the wicked are presented: dishonesty, wickedness, and contempt for God. This alerts believers to the deceptive tactics of evil and the need for vigilance (see also Ephesians 6:11-12 and 1 Peter 5:8).
10:8-10 - The psalmist observes the injustice of oppressors who prey on the vulnerable. Compassion for those who are oppressed should be a hallmark of followers of Christ (see also Proverbs 31:8-9 and Matthew 25:40).
10:16-18 - The affirmation that God is King forever brings hope and encouragement. The psalmist calls for God's intervention to bring justice and restore order, reinforcing belief in divine justice (see also Psalm 72:12-14 and Revelation 21:4).
Verse im Zusammenhang mit Psalms, 10:
Psalm 10, possibly a continuation of Psalm 9, questions the apparent prosperity of the wicked. Why does God seem distant in times of oppression? This lament vividly describes the arrogance and cruelty of the wicked. The text addresses themes such as divine justice, the cry of the oppressed and the final sovereignty of God. The psalmist concludes with an affirmation of confidence in divine judgment. Consider with us five biblical passages that echo the cry for justice in this provocative psalm.
Habakkuk 1:13: "You have eyes so pure that you cannot bear to see evil; you cannot tolerate evil. Why then do you tolerate the wicked? Why do you remain silent while the wicked swallow those who are more righteous than they?" - This question from Habakkuk reflects the psalmist's questioning in Psalm 10 about God's apparent inactivity in the face of evil.
James 5:4: "See, the wages of the workers who mowed your fields, and which you withheld by fraud, are crying out against you. The lament of the reapers reached the ears of the Lord of hosts." - This verse echoes Psalm 10's concern with the oppression of the poor.
1 Peter 5:5: "In the same way, young people, submit yourselves to your elders. Be humble toward one another, for 'God opposes the proud, but gives grace to the humble.'" - This passage reflects the theme of Psalm 10 about God opposing the proud.
Luke 18:7-8: "And will not God grant justice to his chosen ones, who cry out to him day and night? Will you continue to make them wait? I tell you: He will give them justice, and quickly. However, when the Son of Man comes, will he find faith on earth?" - Jesus' words echo the call for divine justice present in Psalm 10.
Romans 3:14: "His mouth is full of curses and bitterness." - Paul quotes part of Psalm 10:7 to describe the sinful nature of man.
FAQ:
Why does David ask, "Why are you far away, Lord?" in Psalm 10?
He expresses anguish at the apparent prosperity of the wicked and cries out for justice against oppression. (Psalm 10:1-2)
How does Psalm 10 describe the behavior of the wicked?
The wicked are arrogant, exploiting those in need, and denying the existence of God, believing they will not be judged. (Psalm 10:3-6)
What does Psalm 10 teach about the character of God?
God sees all injustice and acts at the right time, defending the orphans and the afflicted. (Psalm 10:14-18)
How does God respond to the cry of the oppressed in Psalm 10?
God hears the cry of the needy and intervenes against the wicked, ensuring that justice is done. (Psalm 10:17-18)
How does Psalm 10 strengthen the faith of believers?
Despite difficulties, the psalm teaches that God is king forever and never abandons His own. (Psalm 10:16)
