What does Psalm 82:3 mean?

Psalm 82:3 highlights themes such as justice, compassion, advocacy when read in context.

How should I apply Psalm 82:3 today?

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

Defend the poor and fatherless: do justice to the afflicted and needy.

1God standeth in the congregation of the mighty; he judgeth among the gods.

2How long will ye judge unjustly, and accept the persons of the wicked? Selah.

3Defend the poor and fatherless: do justice to the afflicted and needy.

4Deliver the poor and needy: rid them out of the hand of the wicked.

5They know not, neither will they understand; they walk on in darkness: all the foundations of the earth are out of course.

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Micah 6:8
Both verses call for justice and compassion.
James 1:27
Both emphasize caring for the vulnerable and needy.
Isaiah 1:17
Both passages urge the people to seek justice and defend the oppressed.