Psalm 83:18
“That men may know that thou, whose name alone is Jehovah, art the most high over all the earth. ”
KJV
Read in Psalm 83Meaning
The conclusion moves from the immediate conflict to universal recognition of God’s sovereignty.
Prayer for defeat, shame, and recognition of God
The psalm asks God to overturn the coalition so that hostile pride is broken and God’s name is acknowledged.
Read carefully
Psalm 83 is an ancient prayer to God and does not authorize private revenge, ethnic hatred, or political violence.
Reflection
Bring the threat before God and pursue just, non-retaliatory action.