Psalm 64 Meaning Explained

A prayer against secret schemers. The enemy's weapon is words: 'bitter words' shot suddenly from ambush. They plot perfect crimes, believing 'Who will see them?' God's response is to shoot His own arrow—their own tongue will be their downfall. The result is public: all will see, fear, and proclaim the work of God, turning hidden plots into a showcase of divine justice.

A clear explanation of Psalm 64, its meaning, context, and message for believers today

Psalms Chapter 64 | KJV

1. To the chief Musician, A Psalm of David. Hear my voice, O God, in my prayer: preserve my life from fear of the enemy.
2. Hide me from the secret counsel of the wicked; from the insurrection of the workers of iniquity:
3. Who whet their tongue like a sword, and bend their bows to shoot their arrows, even bitter words:
4. That they may shoot in secret at the perfect: suddenly do they shoot at him, and fear not.
5. They encourage themselves in an evil matter: they commune of laying snares privily; they say, Who shall see them?
6. They search out iniquities; they accomplish a diligent search: both the inward thought of every one of them, and the heart, is deep.
7. But God shall shoot at them with an arrow; suddenly shall they be wounded.
8. So they shall make their own tongue to fall upon themselves: all that see them shall flee away.
9. And all men shall fear, and shall declare the work of God; for they shall wisely consider of his doing.
10. The righteous shall be glad in the LORD, and shall trust in him; and all the upright in heart shall glory.

Historical Context

Psalm 64, attributed to David, addresses threats from conspirators, emphasizing God’s awareness and protection for the faithful.