Chapter Summary
Read Psalms Chapter 82 in full above. This chapter is part of the book of Psalms and continues the narrative, teachings, or poetry found throughout this biblical text.
Psalms Chapter 82
Chapter 82 of Psalms from the Holy Bible
Verses
Psalms 82:1
God standeth in the congregation of the mighty; he judgeth among the gods.
Psalms 82:2
How long will ye judge unjustly, and accept the persons of the wicked? Selah.
Psalms 82:3
Defend the poor and fatherless: do justice to the afflicted and needy.
Psalms 82:4
Deliver the poor and needy: rid them out of the hand of the wicked.
Psalms 82:5
They know not, neither will they understand; they walk on in darkness: all the foundations of the earth are out of course.
Psalms 82:6
I have said, Ye are gods; and all of you are children of the most High.
Psalms 82:7
But ye shall die like men, and fall like one of the princes.
Psalms 82:8
Arise, O God, judge the earth: for thou shalt inherit all nations.
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What is Psalms Chapter 82 about?
Psalms Chapter 82 is part of the book of Psalms in the Wisdom Literature (Poetic Books). This chapter contains 8 verses. Read the full text above to study its message in context with the surrounding chapters.
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