What does Psalm 64:6 mean?

Psalm 64:6 highlights themes such as iniquity, hidden motives, wickedness when read in context.

How should I apply Psalm 64:6 today?

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

They search out iniquities; they accomplish a diligent search: both the inward thought of every one of them, and the heart, is deep.

4That they may shoot in secret at the perfect: suddenly do they shoot at him, and fear not.

5They encourage themselves in an evil matter: they commune of laying snares privily; they say, Who shall see them?

6They search out iniquities; they accomplish a diligent search: both the inward thought of every one of them, and the heart, is deep.

7But God shall shoot at them with an arrow; suddenly shall they be wounded.

8So they shall make their own tongue to fall upon themselves: all that see them shall flee away.

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Jeremiah 17:9
Both verses emphasize the deceitfulness of the heart and the depth of human iniquity.
Matthew 15:19
Jesus teaches that evil thoughts come from the heart, similar to the inward thoughts mentioned.
Proverbs 4:23
Both verses highlight the importance of guarding one's heart due to its hidden motives.