Let them be turned to liquid like the ever-flowing waters; let them be cut off like the grass by the way.
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Let them be like an after-birth which is turned to water and comes to an end; like the fruit of a woman who gives birth before her time, let them not see the sun.
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Before they are conscious of it, let them be cut down like thorns; let a strong wind take them away like waste growth.
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The upright man will be glad when he sees their punishment; his feet will be washed in the blood of the evil-doer.
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So that men will say, Truly there is a reward for righteousness; truly there is a God who is judge on the earth.
Psalms 58:10 — Frequently Asked Questions
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What does Psalms 58:10 say?
Psalms 58:10 in the Bible in Basic English reads: “The upright man will be glad when he sees their punishment; his feet will be washed in the blood of the evil-doer.”
Where is Psalms 58:10 in the Bible?
Psalms 58:10 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Psalms, chapter 58, verse 10.
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 58:10.
What translation should I read Psalms 58:10 in?
Psalms 58:10 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 58:10?
Psalms 58:10 reads (BBE): “The upright man will be glad when he sees their punishment; his feet will be washed in the blood of the evil-doer.” 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.