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Psalm 5:12 Meaning

For thou, LORD, wilt bless the righteous; with favour wilt thou compass him as with a shield.

Context Explained

10Destroy thou them, O God; let them fall by their own counsels; cast them out in the multitude of their transgressions; for they have rebelled against thee.

11But let all those that put their trust in thee rejoice: let them ever shout for joy, because thou defendest them: let them also that love thy name be joyful in thee.

12For thou, LORD, wilt bless the righteous; with favour wilt thou compass him as with a shield.

Key Themes

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Related Cross References

  • James 1:12

    Both verses affirm that those who are righteous will receive God's blessings.

  • Proverbs 3:33

    Both verses highlight the favor of God resting upon the righteous.

  • Psalm 84:11

    This verse echoes the idea that God bestows favor and grace upon the upright.

Source: Psalm 5:12