What does Psalm 10:18 mean?

Psalm 10:18 highlights themes such as justice, oppression, divine judgment when read in context.

How should I apply Psalm 10:18 today?

Read the surrounding passage, compare related cross references, and turn the verse into a short prayer and concrete action.

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

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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Isaiah 1:17
Isaiah calls for justice for the oppressed, similar to the theme in Psalm 10:18.
Luke 4:18
Jesus quotes Isaiah about bringing good news to the oppressed, echoing the themes in Psalm 10:18.
Romans 12:19
Paul teaches that vengeance belongs to God, resonating with the judgment theme in Psalm 10:18.