Psalm 10:18 · KJV

"To judge the fatherless and the oppressed, that the man of the earth may no more oppress."

King James Version

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Passage Context

¹⁶The LORD is King for ever and ever: the heathen are perished out of his land.

¹⁷LORD, thou hast heard the desire of the humble: thou wilt prepare their heart, thou wilt cause thine ear to hear:

¹⁸To judge the fatherless and the oppressed, that the man of the earth may no more oppress.

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Reflection Questions

How do you respond to injustice in the world?

What does it mean to you to stand up for the oppressed?

When have you witnessed God's justice in your life?

Life Application

social justice

Advocate for those who are oppressed in your community and beyond.

faith

Pray for justice and seek ways to be a voice for the voiceless.

Connection to Jesus

messianic prophecy

This verse speaks of God's judgment against the oppressor, which foreshadows the ultimate justice that Jesus will bring.

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