Study Bible Book ◦ Chapter When the wicked come to powerThis phrase highlights the impact of unrighteous leadership on society. In biblical history, wicked rulers often led to oppression and fear among the people. For example, during the reign of King Ahab and Queen Jezebel, the prophets ...
The wicked flee, but no one pursues, but the righteous is bold like a lion. By the rebellion of a land, her rulers increase, but by a person of
The LORD has broken the staff of the wicked, the scepter of the rulers. / It struck the peoples in anger with unceasing blows; it subdued the nations in rage with relentless persecution. Isaiah 26:5-6 For He has humbled those who dwell on high; He lays the lofty city low. He brings...
Taken fromJohn Gill's Exposition of the Bible Proverbs 28:1 In-Context 1The wicked flee when no one pursues, but the righteous are bold as a lion. 2When a land transgresses, it has many rulers, but with a man of understanding and knowledge, its stability will long continue. ...
The phrase “against spiritual wickedness” comes from the Bible, Ephesians 6:12 “For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places.” ...
2 When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. 3 A ruler[a] who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. 4 Those who forsake instruction praise the wicked, but those who heed it resist them. 5 Evi...
1 Corinthians 2:6 (NKJV) “However, we speak wisdom among those who are mature, yet not the wisdom of this age, nor of the rulers of this age, who are coming to nothing.” This means that if a person is not submitted to Jesus Christ they are ruled by demonic powers. Their god is...
Those who are around the king, possibly referring to other rulers or leaders, highlighting the king's elevated status.5. The AnointingA ceremonial act symbolizing the king's consecration and divine blessing, often associated with joy and favor. Teaching PointsRighteousness and WickednessAs followers...
Psalm 58:9 The meaning of the Hebrew verse is uncertain Psalm 58 New International Version Psalm 58[a] For the director of music. To the tune of “Do Not Destroy.” Of David. A miktam.[b] 1 Do you rulers indeed speak justly? Do you judge people with equity?2 No, in your heart...
ESV Reformation Study Bible 2 entries for Isaiah 3:11-3:15 Isa 3:12 3:12 O my people. See note 40:1. On the lack of leadership and its consequences, see 3:4–7 and... Isa 3:15 3:15 crushing my people. Compare the actions of these rulers with those...