Psalm 68:23
“That thy foot may be dipped in the blood of thine enemies, and the tongue of thy dogs in the same.”
KJV
Read in Psalm 68Meaning
The disturbing image closes the judgment sequence before the psalm turns to sanctuary procession.
The God who bears burdens and saves from death
Daily burden-bearing and escape from death stand beside severe ancient judgment imagery concerning violent enemies.
Read carefully
It does not authorize torture, killing, humiliation, collective punishment, or modern group targeting.
Reflection
Name its ancient context, protect people from harm, and refuse to romanticize cruelty.