What does Psalm 109:6 mean?

Psalm 109:6 highlights themes such as judgment, wickedness, justice when read in context.

How should I apply Psalm 109:6 today?

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

Set thou a wicked man over him: and let Satan stand at his right hand.

4For my love they are my adversaries: but I give myself unto prayer.

5And they have rewarded me evil for good, and hatred for my love.

6Set thou a wicked man over him: and let Satan stand at his right hand.

7When he shall be judged, let him be condemned: and let his prayer become sin.

8Let his days be few; and let another take his office.

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Romans 12:19
Paul teaches about leaving vengeance to God, paralleling the psalmist's desire for justice.
Matthew 7:2
The measure of judgment reflects the psalmist's call for condemnation.
Proverbs 11:21
Both verses affirm that the wicked will not go unpunished.