Psalm 31:18 Meaning
Let the lying lips be put to silence; which speak grievous things proudly and contemptuously against the righteous.
Context Explained
16Make thy face to shine upon thy servant: save me for thy mercies' sake.
17Let me not be ashamed, O LORD; for I have called upon thee: let the wicked be ashamed, and let them be silent in the grave.
18Let the lying lips be put to silence; which speak grievous things proudly and contemptuously against the righteous.
19Oh how great is thy goodness, which thou hast laid up for them that fear thee; which thou hast wrought for them that trust in thee before the sons of men!
20Thou shalt hide them in the secret of thy presence from the pride of man: thou shalt keep them secretly in a pavilion from the strife of tongues.
Key Themes
Related Cross References
Proverbs 10:18
Both verses address the consequences of lying and the desire for truth to prevail.
Psalm 52:3
This verse contrasts the fate of the wicked with the righteous.
Matthew 12:36
Both passages emphasize accountability for words spoken.
Source: Psalm 31:18