King James Version

What Does Psalms 10:14 Mean?

“Thou hast seen it; for thou beholdest mischief and spite, to requite it with thy hand: the poor committeth himself unto thee; thou art the helper of the fatherless. committeth: Heb. leaveth”

Context

Arise, O LORD; O God, lift up thine hand: forget not the humble . humble: or, afflicted

Wherefore doth the wicked contemn God? he hath said in his heart, Thou wilt not require it.

Thou hast seen it; for thou beholdest mischief and spite, to requite it with thy hand: the poor committeth himself unto thee; thou art the helper of the fatherless. committeth: Heb. leaveth

Break thou the arm of the wicked and the evil man: seek out his wickedness till thou find none.

The LORD is King for ever and ever: the heathen are perished out of his land.

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Commentary

Ellicott’s Commentary for English Readers

(14*)* **The poor committeth himself.**—Better, *the helpless leaveth it to Thee. *By a slight alteration in the division of the Hebrew letters, and of the pointing, we should get, *It is against thee that he is strong in darkness. *(See Notes above, Psalm 10:8; Psalm 10:10.)

Charles John Ellicott (1819–1905). Public Domain.

Historical Context

This verse is found in the book of Psalms. Understanding the historical and cultural background helps illuminate its meaning for the original audience and for us today.

Theological Significance

Psalms 10:14 contributes to our understanding of God's character and His relationship with humanity. Consider how this verse connects to the broader themes of Scripture.