Psalm 37:35
“I have seen the wicked in great power, and spreading himself like a green bay tree.”
KJV
Read in Psalm 37Meaning
The psalmist saw a violent wicked person spreading like a luxuriant native tree; visible strength and social success can be morally deceptive and should not be confused with divine approval.
The end of arrogance; refuge in the LORD
Verses 35–40 recall the impressive but passing power of the wicked and close with the future, salvation, help, deliverance, and refuge of the righteous in the LORD.
Read carefully
The psalmist saw a violent wicked person spreading like a luxuriant native tree; visible strength and social success can be morally deceptive and should not be confused with divine approval.
Reflection
The psalmist saw a violent wicked person spreading like a luxuriant native tree; visible strength and social success can be morally deceptive and should not be confused with divine approval.