What does Psalm 36:2 mean?

Psalm 36:2 highlights themes such as iniquity, self-deception, wickedness when read in context.

How should I apply Psalm 36:2 today?

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

For he flattereth himself in his own eyes, until his iniquity be found to be hateful.

1The transgression of the wicked saith within my heart, that there is no fear of God before his eyes.

2For he flattereth himself in his own eyes, until his iniquity be found to be hateful.

3The words of his mouth are iniquity and deceit: he hath left off to be wise, and to do good.

4He deviseth mischief upon his bed; he setteth himself in a way that is not good; he abhorreth not evil.

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James 1:22
This verse emphasizes the importance of not just hearing the word but doing it, paralleling the self-deception mentioned in Psalm 36:2.
Proverbs 16:2
This verse explains that all a person's ways seem pure to them, similar to the self-flattery in Psalm 36:2.
Romans 1:28
Both verses discuss the consequences of not acknowledging one's own sinfulness.