What does Psalm 26:10 mean?

Psalm 26:10 highlights themes such as corruption, integrity, justice when read in context.

How should I apply Psalm 26:10 today?

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

In whose hands is mischief, and their right hand is full of bribes.

8LORD, I have loved the habitation of thy house, and the place where thine honour dwelleth.

9Gather not my soul with sinners, nor my life with bloody men:

10In whose hands is mischief, and their right hand is full of bribes.

11But as for me, I will walk in mine integrity: redeem me, and be merciful unto me.

12My foot standeth in an even place: in the congregations will I bless the LORD.

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Proverbs 15:27
This verse discusses the consequences of greed and corruption, similar to the psalmist's condemnation of bribery.
Isaiah 33:15
Both verses highlight the importance of integrity and righteousness in the face of corruption.
James 4:3
James warns against asking with wrong motives, paralleling the psalmist's concern about corrupt hands.