What does Psalm 140:11 mean?

Psalm 140:11 highlights themes such as evil, justice, protection when read in context.

How should I apply Psalm 140:11 today?

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

Let not an evil speaker be established in the earth: evil shall hunt the violent man to overthrow him.

9As for the head of those that compass me about, let the mischief of their own lips cover them.

10Let burning coals fall upon them: let them be cast into the fire; into deep pits, that they rise not up again.

11Let not an evil speaker be established in the earth: evil shall hunt the violent man to overthrow him.

12I know that the LORD will maintain the cause of the afflicted, and the right of the poor.

13Surely the righteous shall give thanks unto thy name: the upright shall dwell in thy presence.

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Proverbs 11:21
Both verses affirm that evil will ultimately be punished, emphasizing God's justice.