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Psalm 55:23
ESV But you, O God, will cast them down into the pit of destruction; men of blood and treachery shall not live out half their days. But I will trust in you.
NIV But you, God, will bring down the wicked into the pit of decay; the bloodthirsty and deceitful will not live out half their days. But as for me, I trust in you.
NASB But You, God, will bring them down to the pit of destruction; Men of bloodshed and deceit will not live out half their days. But I will trust in You.
CSB God, you will bring them down to the Pit of destruction; men of bloodshed and treachery will not live out half their days. But I will trust in you.
NLT But you, O God, will send the wicked down to the pit of destruction. Murderers and liars will die young, but I am trusting you to save me.
KJV But thou, O God, shalt bring them down into the pit of destruction: bloody and deceitful men shall not live out half their days; but I will trust in thee.

What does Psalm 55:23 mean?

In this closing verse David expresses confidence in the Lord to deal with his earthly enemies. This is not only a prayer of affirmation, but a warning to those who violate God's will. "Blood and treachery" in this context suggests those who are dishonest and violent. This psalm was likely written in response to the rebellion of Absalom, David's son (Psalm 55:2–8; 2 Samuel 15:14), as aided by Ahithophel, David's former advisor (Psalm 55:12–13; 2 Samuel 15:31).

Many biblical figures who opposed God suffered death and destruction (Exodus 3:20; Judges 5:26; 2 Kings 9:30, 33; Acts 12:23). Absalom, who attempted to overthrow his father, was killed after a battle (2 Samuel 18:9, 14–15). Ahithophel took his own life when his advice was not followed (2 Samuel 17:23). Judas Iscariot, history's most infamous traitor, also killed himself (Matthew 27:5). Regardless of what happens in this life, those who reject the Lord will face eternal damnation. Revelation 20:15 depicts the Lord throwing unbelievers into the lake of fire, at the Great White Throne Judgment. Fortunately, God offers eternal life to whoever believes on His Son as Savior (John 3:16–18).
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