Psalms 94:7

Yet they say, The LORD shall not see, neither shall the God of Jacob regard [it].

Yet they say {H559}{H8799)}, The LORD {H3050} shall not see {H7200}{H8799)}, neither shall the God {H430} of Jacob {H3290} regard {H995}{H8799)} it.

They say, "Yah isn't looking; the God of Ya'akov won't notice."

They say, “The LORD does not see; the God of Jacob pays no heed.”

And they say, Jehovah will not see, Neither will the God of Jacob consider.

Psalms 94:7 captures the arrogant defiance of the wicked, who falsely believe their actions go unnoticed by God. This verse is part of a powerful psalm of lament and a plea for divine justice, where the psalmist expresses frustration over the prevalence of evil and the apparent impunity of oppressors.

Context

Psalm 94 is a fervent prayer for God to intervene and execute judgment against those who oppress the righteous and boast in their wickedness. The preceding verses describe the wicked's cruelty and pride, and their disregard for God's law. Verse 7 specifically highlights their ultimate delusion: the belief that God is either ignorant of their deeds or indifferent to the suffering they inflict. This denial forms the basis of their continued wrongdoing, as they operate under the assumption that there are no divine consequences for their actions.

Key Themes

  • Denial of Divine Omniscience: The wicked declare, "The LORD shall not see," expressing a profound misunderstanding or willful rejection of God's all-knowing nature. They imagine God is limited by human perception or simply doesn't care about their secret sins.
  • Denial of Divine Regard and Justice: Similarly, "neither shall the God of Jacob regard [it]" suggests they believe God is not attentive to the plight of His people or that He will not intervene to bring justice. "The God of Jacob" specifically refers to the covenant God of Israel, implying a denial of His faithfulness to His chosen people and His commitment to their well-being.
  • The Psalmist's Counter-Argument: This verse sets up the psalmist's forceful rebuttal in subsequent verses (e.g., Psalm 94:8-11), where he challenges their foolishness by reminding them of God's all-seeing eyes and His role as the ultimate judge.

Linguistic Insights

The Hebrew word for "see" here is ra'ah (רָאָה), which typically means to see, perceive, or observe. In this context, it implies full awareness and understanding of events. The word for "regard" is bin (בִּין), which means to discern, understand, or pay close attention to. It suggests an active mental engagement and concern, not just passive observation. The wicked deny both God's awareness and His active concern for justice, believing they can act with impunity.

Related Scriptures

Practical Application

For believers facing injustice or feeling overwhelmed by the apparent triumph of evil, Psalms 94:7 serves as a powerful reminder that God is neither blind nor indifferent. He sees every act of injustice and hears every cry of the oppressed. This verse challenges us to maintain our faith in God's active sovereignty and ultimate justice, even when circumstances seem to suggest otherwise. For those who might be tempted to act wickedly, thinking they can escape consequences, it stands as a stark warning: no deed is hidden from the all-seeing God, and His divine judgment will surely come.

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.

  • Psalms 10:11

    He hath said in his heart, God hath forgotten: he hideth his face; he will never see [it].

  • Psalms 10:13

    Wherefore doth the wicked contemn God? he hath said in his heart, Thou wilt not require [it].

  • Luke 18:3

    And there was a widow in that city; and she came unto him, saying, Avenge me of mine adversary.

  • Luke 18:4

    And he would not for a while: but afterward he said within himself, Though I fear not God, nor regard man;

  • Zephaniah 1:12

    And it shall come to pass at that time, [that] I will search Jerusalem with candles, and punish the men that are settled on their lees: that say in their heart, The LORD will not do good, neither will he do evil.

  • Isaiah 29:15

    Woe unto them that seek deep to hide their counsel from the LORD, and their works are in the dark, and they say, Who seeth us? and who knoweth us?

  • Psalms 59:7

    Behold, they belch out with their mouth: swords [are] in their lips: for who, [say they], doth hear?

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