Psalm 69:26 Meaning
For they persecute him whom thou hast smitten; and they talk to the grief of those whom thou hast wounded.
Context Explained
24Pour out thine indignation upon them, and let thy wrathful anger take hold of them.
25Let their habitation be desolate; and let none dwell in their tents.
26For they persecute him whom thou hast smitten; and they talk to the grief of those whom thou hast wounded.
27Add iniquity unto their iniquity: and let them not come into thy righteousness.
28Let them be blotted out of the book of the living, and not be written with the righteous.
Key Themes
Related Cross References
Luke 23:34
Jesus speaks of forgiveness for those who persecute Him, resonating with the theme of unjust suffering.
Romans 12:19
This verse advises against vengeance, aligning with the call for divine justice in the face of persecution.
1 Peter 2:24
This verse reflects on Jesus bearing our sins, connecting to the theme of suffering for the righteous.
Source: Psalm 69:26