What does Psalm 82:5 mean?

Psalm 82:5 highlights themes such as ignorance, darkness, justice when read in context.

How should I apply Psalm 82:5 today?

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

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

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.

6I have said, Ye are gods; and all of you are children of the most High.

7But ye shall die like men, and fall like one of the princes.

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Ephesians 5:8
Both verses contrast living in darkness with living in the light.
Isaiah 59:10
Both highlight the consequences of spiritual blindness.
Romans 3:23
Both emphasize the fallen state of humanity and the need for redemption.