Psalm 41:10
“But thou, O Lord, be merciful unto me, and raise me up, that I may requite them.”
KJV
Read in Psalm 41Meaning
The speaker asks God for mercy and to raise him up so justice can be answered; the petition belongs to divine judgment and lawful accountability, not private vengeance.
Mercy, justice, and integrity
Verses 10–12 ask God to raise the speaker up, establish justice, and uphold him in integrity without authorizing private retaliation.
Read carefully
The speaker asks God for mercy and to raise him up so justice can be answered; the petition belongs to divine judgment and lawful accountability, not private vengeance.
Reflection
The speaker asks God for mercy and to raise him up so justice can be answered; the petition belongs to divine judgment and lawful accountability, not private vengeance.