His mouth is full of cursing and deceit and fraud: under his tongue is mischief and vanity.
His mouth is full of cursing, lies, and cheating. Under his tongue are trouble and empty promises.
The writer is describing how wicked people use their words to curse, deceive, and harm others through lies and fraud.
📚 Historical Context
Psalms 10 is a psalm attributed to David, written as a lament that expresses the psalmist's distress over the wicked who prosper and oppress the innocent, reflecting the struggles of ancient Israel under unjust rulers or enemies. In this verse, "his" refers to the wicked individual, describing their speech as filled with curses, lies, and harmful schemes, which was a common way in Hebrew poetry to portray moral corruption and the dangers of deceitful words. This highlights the broader biblical theme of God's justice prevailing against evil in a society where the powerful often exploited the vulnerable.
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