Psalms 10:2 net — The wicked arrogantly chase the oppressed; the oppressed are trapped by the schemes the wicked have dreamed up.

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"The wicked arrogantly chase the oppressed; the oppressed are trapped by the schemes the wicked have dreamed up."

— Psalms 10:2, NET Bible

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Psalms 10 — Context

1

Why, LORD, do you stand far off? Why do you pay no attention during times of trouble?

2

The wicked arrogantly chase the oppressed; the oppressed are trapped by the schemes the wicked have dreamed up.

3

Yes, the wicked man boasts because he gets what he wants; the one who robs others curses and rejects the LORD.

4

The wicked man is so arrogant he always thinks,“God won’t hold me accountable; he doesn’t care.”

5

He is secure at all times. He has no regard for your commands; he disdains all his enemies.

Psalms 10:2 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Psalms 10:2 say?
Psalms 10:2 in the NET Bible reads: “The wicked arrogantly chase the oppressed; the oppressed are trapped by the schemes the wicked have dreamed up.”
Where is Psalms 10:2 in the Bible?
Psalms 10:2 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Psalms, chapter 10, verse 2.
Who wrote Psalms?
Psalms is traditionally attributed to Multiple authors (David, Asaph, the sons of Korah, Solomon, Moses, others). Approximately 73 psalms are attributed to David; others to Asaph, the sons of Korah, Solomon, Moses, Heman, and Ethan; the remainder are anonymous. It was written c. 1410–430 BC.
What is the book of Psalms about?
The Psalms are the prayer book and hymnal of God's people, gathering a thousand years of inspired song — praise, lament, thanksgiving, confession, and royal and messianic worship. Every emotion of the believing heart finds a voice here, and every voice finds its center in Christ.
What are the major themes of Psalms?
Psalms explores themes including Praise, Lament, Trust, Messiah, Refuge, Kingship. These themes shape the meaning and context of Psalms 10:2.
What translation should I read Psalms 10:2 in?
Psalms 10:2 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize Psalms 10:2?
Psalms 10:2 reads (NET): “The wicked arrogantly chase the oppressed; the oppressed are trapped by the schemes the wicked have dreamed up.” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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