What does Psalm 11:5 mean?

Psalm 11:5 highlights themes such as faith and obedience when read in context.

How should I apply Psalm 11:5 today?

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

The LORD trieth the righteous: but the wicked and him that loveth violence his soul hateth.

3If the foundations be destroyed, what can the righteous do?

4The LORD is in his holy temple, the LORD'S throne is in heaven: his eyes behold, his eyelids try, the children of men.

5The LORD trieth the righteous: but the wicked and him that loveth violence his soul hateth.

6Upon the wicked he shall rain snares, fire and brimstone, and an horrible tempest: this shall be the portion of their cup.

7For the righteous LORD loveth righteousness; his countenance doth behold the upright.

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