What does Psalm 109:31 mean?

Psalm 109:31 highlights themes such as justice, salvation, advocacy when read in context.

How should I apply Psalm 109:31 today?

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

For he shall stand at the right hand of the poor, to save him from those that condemn his soul.

29Let mine adversaries be clothed with shame, and let them cover themselves with their own confusion, as with a mantle.

30I will greatly praise the LORD with my mouth; yea, I will praise him among the multitude.

31For he shall stand at the right hand of the poor, to save him from those that condemn his soul.

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Matthew 25:40
Jesus identifies with the poor and needy, similar to the theme of salvation in this verse.
Hebrews 7:25
Jesus is described as able to save completely those who come to God through Him.
Psalm 34:18
This verse also speaks of the Lord being near to the brokenhearted.