Psalms 76:10

Surely the wrath of man shall praise thee: the remainder of wrath shalt thou restrain.

Surely the wrath {H2534} of man {H120} shall praise {H3034}{H8686)} thee: the remainder {H7611} of wrath {H2534} shalt thou restrain {H2296}{H8799)}.

Human wrath serves only to praise you; what remains of this wrath you wear as an ornament.

Even the wrath of man shall praise You; with the survivors of wrath You will clothe Yourself.

Surely the wrath of man shall praise thee: The residue of wrath shalt thou gird upon thee.

Context of Psalms 76:10

Psalm 76 is a powerful hymn of praise celebrating God's triumph and awesome power, particularly in defending Jerusalem from its enemies. Many scholars associate the historical context with God's miraculous deliverance of Judah from the Assyrian invasion under King Sennacherib, as recounted in 2 Kings 19 and Isaiah 37. The psalm portrays God as a fearsome warrior and a just judge who breaks the power of the wicked and protects His people. Verse 10 fits within this overarching theme of God's ultimate control and sovereign authority over all earthly powers and human actions, even those driven by wrath.

Key Themes in Psalms 76:10

  • Divine Sovereignty Over Human Wrath: The primary message is God's absolute control. Even the most intense human anger, opposition, or evil, cannot thwart God's purposes. Instead, God is able to orchestrate events so that "the wrath of man shall praise thee." This means He can either use human anger to bring about His will, or He can demonstrate His power by overcoming it, thereby bringing Him glory.
  • God's Ability to Extract Praise from Opposition: This verse highlights God's unique ability to turn what is intended for harm into an instrument of His glory. Human rebellion and fury, rather than diminishing God, ultimately serve to magnify His justice, power, and wisdom.
  • Divine Restraint of Evil: The phrase "the remainder of wrath shalt thou restrain" assures us that God sets limits on human evil and destructive impulses. He does not permit wrath to rage unchecked, but actively intervenes to curb its destructive potential. This provides comfort and security, knowing that God is not passive in the face of human wickedness.

Linguistic Insights

The Hebrew word for "wrath" here is ḥēmâ (חֵמָה), which denotes hot displeasure, fury, or rage. It signifies intense, often destructive, anger. The phrase "shall praise thee" (yôdûkā) comes from the root *yada*, meaning to confess, give thanks, or laud. It implies that God receives acknowledgment and glory even from the very actions intended to defy Him. "Restrain" is ḥāgar (חָגַר), which literally means "to gird" or "to bind on," suggesting God actively puts a belt or a limit on the remaining wrath, preventing it from going further than He intends.

Practical Application

Psalms 76:10 offers profound comfort and a call to trust in God's unfailing sovereignty. In a world often filled with injustice, anger, and conflict, this verse reminds us that God is still on the throne. We can find peace knowing that:

  • God is in Control: Even when human systems or individuals act with malice or destructive intent, God remains sovereign. He can use even these negative actions to advance His kingdom or reveal His character, as seen in Joseph's words to his brothers in Genesis 50:20.
  • Evil Has Limits: We are assured that God sets boundaries for evil and human wrath. It cannot consume everything or everyone without His permission. This truth can encourage us when we face persecution or opposition, knowing that God will not allow us to be tested beyond what we can bear (1 Corinthians 10:13).
  • God Will Be Glorified: Ultimately, all things, good or bad, will redound to God's glory. This perspective allows believers to face challenges with hope, trusting that God's plan will prevail and His name will be honored through all circumstances (Romans 8:28).
Note: Commentary was generated by an advanced AI, utilizing a prompt that emphasized Biblical fidelity over bias. We've found these insights to be consistently reliable, yet we always encourage prayerful discernment through the Holy Spirit. The Scripture text and cross-references are from verified, non-AI sources.

  • Acts 4:26

    The kings of the earth stood up, and the rulers were gathered together against the Lord, and against his Christ.

  • Acts 4:28

    For to do whatsoever thy hand and thy counsel determined before to be done.

  • Matthew 24:22

    And except those days should be shortened, there should no flesh be saved: but for the elect's sake those days shall be shortened.

  • Daniel 3:19

    ¶ Then was Nebuchadnezzar full of fury, and the form of his visage was changed against Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego: [therefore] he spake, and commanded that they should heat the furnace one seven times more than it was wont to be heated.

  • Daniel 3:20

    And he commanded the most mighty men that [were] in his army to bind Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego, [and] to cast [them] into the burning fiery furnace.

  • Romans 9:17

    For the scripture saith unto Pharaoh, Even for this same purpose have I raised thee up, that I might shew my power in thee, and that my name might be declared throughout all the earth.

  • Matthew 2:13

    ¶ And when they were departed, behold, the angel of the Lord appeareth to Joseph in a dream, saying, Arise, and take the young child and his mother, and flee into Egypt, and be thou there until I bring thee word: for Herod will seek the young child to destroy him.

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