Psalm Chapter 52 KJV
King James Version, Holy Bible
1 Why boastest thou thyself in mischief, O mighty man? the goodness of God endureth continually.
2 The tongue deviseth mischiefs; like a sharp razor, working deceitfully.
3 Thou lovest evil more than good; and lying rather than to speak righteousness. Selah.
4 Thou lovest all devouring words, O thou deceitful tongue.
5 God shall likewise destroy thee for ever, he shall take thee away, and pluck thee out of thy dwelling place, and root thee out of the land of the living. Selah.
6 The righteous also shall see, and fear, and shall laugh at him:
7 Lo, this is the man that made not God his strength; but trusted in the abundance of his riches, and strengthened himself in his wickedness.
8 But I am like a green olive tree in the house of God: I trust in the mercy of God for ever and ever.
9 I will praise thee for ever, because thou hast done it: and I will wait on thy name; for it is good before thy saints.
Biblical Scholar On This Chapter:
| Scholar (Institution & Dates) | Work | View on Psalm 52 |
|---|---|---|
| John Calvin (University of Paris / Orléans, 1509–1564) | Commentaries on the Psalms | Calvin observes that pride leads to ruin, contrasting the arrogant with the steadfast in God. |
| Matthew Henry (Christ Church, Oxford, 1662–1714) | Exposition of the Old and New Testament | Notes the Psalm encourages humility and reliance on God rather than personal strength. |
| Richard Sibbes (Pembroke College, Cambridge, 1577–1635) | The Bruised Reed | Highlights that God exposes the deceitful and supports those who trust Him. |
| John Owen (University of Oxford, 1616–1683) | A Commentary on the Psalms | Observes that the Psalm demonstrates God’s judgment against evil and the blessings for the faithful. |
| Thomas Manton (Christ’s College, Cambridge, 1620–1677) | Exposition of the Psalms | Notes that arrogance blinds the sinner, whereas the upright find stability in God. |
