Psalms 58:5 web — which doesn't listen to the voice of charmers, no matter how skillful the charmer may be.

World English Bible

"which doesn't listen to the voice of charmers, no matter how skillful the charmer may be."

— Psalms 58:5, World English Bible

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Psalms 58 — Context

2

No, in your heart you plot injustice. You measure out the violence of your hands in the earth.

3

The wicked go astray from the womb. They are wayward as soon as they are born, speaking lies.

4

Their poison is like the poison of a snake; like a deaf cobra that stops its ear,

5

which doesn't listen to the voice of charmers, no matter how skillful the charmer may be.

6

Break their teeth, God, in their mouth. Break out the great teeth of the young lions, Yahweh.

7

Let them vanish as water that flows away. When they draw the bow, let their arrows be made blunt.

8

Let them be like a snail which melts and passes away, like the stillborn child, who has not seen the sun.

Psalms 58:5 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Psalms 58:5 say?
Psalms 58:5 in the World English Bible reads: “which doesn't listen to the voice of charmers, no matter how skillful the charmer may be.”
Where is Psalms 58:5 in the Bible?
Psalms 58:5 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Psalms, chapter 58, verse 5.
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 58:5.
What translation should I read Psalms 58:5 in?
Psalms 58:5 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 58:5?
Psalms 58:5 reads (WEB): “which doesn't listen to the voice of charmers, no matter how skillful the charmer may be.” 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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