Psalms Chapter 58 | World English Bible

Psalm 58 is a prayer for justice and judgment against the wicked. The psalm begins with a call for righteous judgment, addressing rulers and those in authority. It vividly describes the wickedness of the unjust, comparing them to venomous snakes and lions. The psalmist expresses a desire for God to break the teeth of the wicked and render them powerless. There's an anticipation of the righteous rejoicing when justice prevails. The psalm concludes with a vision of the demise of the wicked and the triumph of the righteous, affirming God's justice and sovereignty.