Psalm 9:4
“For thou hast maintained my right and my cause; thou satest in the throne judging right.”
KJV
Read in Psalm 9Meaning
Within this movement of Psalm 9, the psalmist credits God with upholding a just cause rather than claiming self-issued vengeance.
Judgment on oppressive power
Within this movement of Psalm 9, verses 3–6 develop this movement before the next transition.
Read carefully
the psalmist credits God with upholding a just cause rather than claiming self-issued vengeance; the verse must remain inside the argument of Psalm 9:3–6.
Reflection
Let this verse shape prayer, truthful action, and patient trust rather than impulsive retaliation.