What does Psalm 107:40 mean?

Psalm 107:40 highlights themes such as humility, divine justice, reversal when read in context.

How should I apply Psalm 107:40 today?

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

He poureth contempt upon princes, and causeth them to wander in the wilderness, where there is no way.

38He blesseth them also, so that they are multiplied greatly; and suffereth not their cattle to decrease.

39Again, they are minished and brought low through oppression, affliction, and sorrow.

40He poureth contempt upon princes, and causeth them to wander in the wilderness, where there is no way.

41Yet setteth he the poor on high from affliction, and maketh him families like a flock.

42The righteous shall see it, and rejoice: and all iniquity shall stop her mouth.

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1 Samuel 2:7
Both verses emphasize God's control over the fate of the mighty and the lowly.
Luke 1:52
Mary's song reflects God's action of lifting the humble and bringing down the proud.
Proverbs 16:18
Pride leads to downfall, similar to the contempt poured upon princes.