Psalms 112:10
Psalms 112:10 in Multiple Translations
The wicked man will see and be grieved; he will gnash his teeth and waste away; the desires of the wicked will perish.
The wicked shall see it, and be grieved; he shall gnash with his teeth, and melt away: the desire of the wicked shall perish.
The wicked shall see it, and be grieved; He shall gnash with his teeth, and melt away: The desire of the wicked shall perish.
The sinner will see it with grief; he will be wasted away with envy; the desire of the evil-doers will come to nothing.
The wicked observe all this and are mad; they gnash their teeth in anger. They waste away, and all that they hoped for comes to nothing.
The wicked shall see it and be angrie: he shall gnash with his teeth, and consume away: the desire of the wicked shall perish.
The wicked seeth, and hath been angry, His teeth he gnasheth, and hath melted, The desire of the wicked doth perish!
The wicked will see it, and be grieved. He shall gnash with his teeth, and melt away. The desire of the wicked will perish.
The wicked shall see it , and be grieved; he shall gnash with his teeth, and melt away: the desire of the wicked shall perish.
Wicked people see those things and are angry; they gnash their teeth angrily, but they will disappear and die. The wicked things that they want to do will never happen.
Berean Amplified Bible — Psalms 112:10
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Psalms 112:10 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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רָ֘שָׁ֤ע
יִרְאֶ֨ה
וְ/כָעָ֗ס
שִׁנָּ֣י/ו
יַחֲרֹ֣ק
וְ/נָמָ֑ס
תַּאֲוַ֖ת
רְשָׁעִ֣ים
תֹּאבֵֽד
רָ֘שָׁ֤ע
râshâʻ
H7563
wicked
Adj
יִרְאֶ֨ה
râʼâh
H7200
Provider
V-Qal-Imperf-3ms
וְ/כָעָ֗ס
kaʻaç
H3707
to provoke
Conj | V-Qal-3ms
שִׁנָּ֣י/ו
shên
H8127
tooth
N-cd | Suff
יַחֲרֹ֣ק
châraq
H2786
to grind
V-Qal-Imperf-3ms
וְ/נָמָ֑ס
mâçaç
H4549
to melt
Conj | V-Niphal-3ms
תַּאֲוַ֖ת
taʼăvâh
H8378
desire
N-fs
רְשָׁעִ֣ים
râshâʻ
H7563
wicked
Adj
תֹּאבֵֽד
ʼâbad
H6
to perish
V-Qal-Imperf-3fs
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Hebrew Word Reference — Psalms 112:10
רָ֘שָׁ֤ע
râshâʻ
H7563
"wicked"
Adj
This word describes someone who is morally wrong, a bad person who is guilty of crime or sin against God or others. It is used to describe the wicked in biblical stories, such as in the book of Genesis.
Definition: 1) wicked, criminal 1a) guilty one, one guilty of crime (subst) 1b) wicked (hostile to God) 1c) wicked, guilty of sin (against God or man)
Usage: Occurs in 248 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] condemned, guilty, ungodly, wicked (man), that did wrong. See also: Genesis 18:23; Psalms 101:8; Psalms 1:1.
יִרְאֶ֨ה
râʼâh
H7200
"Provider"
V-Qal-Imperf-3ms
The Hebrew word for provider means to see or look after, and is used to describe God's care for his people. It appears in various forms throughout the Bible, including in Genesis and other books.
Definition: (Lord will) Provide, cause to be seen. This name means to see, look at, inspect, look after
Usage: Occurs in 1206 OT verses. KJV: advise self, appear, approve, behold, [idiom] certainly, consider, discern, (make to) enjoy, have experience, gaze, take heed, [idiom] indeed, [idiom] joyfully, lo, look (on, one another, one on another, one upon another, out, up, upon), mark, meet, [idiom] be near, perceive, present, provide, regard, (have) respect, (fore-, cause to, let) see(-r, -m, one another), shew (self), [idiom] sight of others, (e-) spy, stare, [idiom] surely, [idiom] think, view, visions. See also: Genesis 1:4; Genesis 41:41; Exodus 33:13.
וְ/כָעָ֗ס
kaʻaç
H3707
"to provoke"
Conj | V-Qal-3ms
This verb means to provoke or make someone angry, like in Psalm 106 where it describes the Israelites' actions that angered God. It can also mean to grieve or be indignant. It's a strong emotion.
Definition: 1) to be angry, be vexed, be indignant, be wroth, be grieved, provoke to anger and wrath 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to be vexed, be indignant 1a2) to be angry 1b) (Piel) to provoke to anger 1c) (Hiphil) 1c1) to vex 1c2) to vex, provoke to anger
Usage: Occurs in 53 OT verses. KJV: be angry, be grieved, take indignation, provoke (to anger, unto wrath), have sorrow, vex, be wroth. See also: Deuteronomy 4:25; 2 Chronicles 28:25; Psalms 78:58.
שִׁנָּ֣י/ו
shên
H8127
"tooth"
N-cd | Suff
The Hebrew word for tooth can also mean ivory or a sharp cliff. It is used in the Bible to describe the teeth of humans and animals, as well as sharp rocks, and is often translated as tooth or ivory.
Definition: : tooth 1) tooth, ivory 1a) tooth 1a1) of man, lex talionis, beast 1b) tooth, tine (of fork) 1c) ivory 1c1) as material 1c2) of commerce 1d) sharp pointed rock
Usage: Occurs in 48 OT verses. KJV: crag, [idiom] forefront, ivory, [idiom] sharp, tooth. See also: Genesis 49:12; Psalms 57:5; Psalms 3:8.
יַחֲרֹ֣ק
châraq
H2786
"to grind"
V-Qal-Imperf-3ms
To grind or gnash means to rub teeth together, often in anger or frustration. In the Bible, this word is used to describe the action of grinding teeth in pain or anger, like in Job 16:9.
Definition: (Qal) to gnash, grind (the teeth)
Usage: Occurs in 5 OT verses. KJV: gnash. See also: Job 16:9; Psalms 37:12; Psalms 35:16.
וְ/נָמָ֑ס
mâçaç
H4549
"to melt"
Conj | V-Niphal-3ms
To melt or waste away is what this verb means, often used to describe something weakening or disappearing. It appears in books like Psalms and Isaiah, describing the effects of disease or fear. This word can also mean to faint or lose strength.
Definition: 1) to dissolve, melt 1a) (Qal) to waste away 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to melt, vanish, drop off, melt away 1b2) to faint, grow fearful (fig.) 1b3) wasted, worthless (participle) 1c) (Hiphil) to cause to melt
Usage: Occurs in 20 OT verses. KJV: discourage, faint, be loosed, melt (away), refuse, [idiom] utterly. See also: Exodus 16:21; Psalms 68:3; Psalms 22:15.
תַּאֲוַ֖ת
taʼăvâh
H8378
"desire"
N-fs
This word means desire or longing, and can refer to a positive or negative yearning. In the Bible, it is used to describe the desires of the heart, as seen in Psalm 38:9. It can also imply a delight or satisfaction.
Definition: 1) desire 1a) desire, wish, longings of one's heart 1a1) lust, appetite, covetousness (bad sense) 1b) thing desired, object of desire
Usage: Occurs in 21 OT verses. KJV: dainty, desire, [idiom] exceedingly, [idiom] greedily, lust(ing), pleasant. See also H6914 (קִבְרוֹת הַתַּאֲוָה). See also: Genesis 3:6; Psalms 106:14; Psalms 10:3.
רְשָׁעִ֣ים
râshâʻ
H7563
"wicked"
Adj
This word describes someone who is morally wrong, a bad person who is guilty of crime or sin against God or others. It is used to describe the wicked in biblical stories, such as in the book of Genesis.
Definition: 1) wicked, criminal 1a) guilty one, one guilty of crime (subst) 1b) wicked (hostile to God) 1c) wicked, guilty of sin (against God or man)
Usage: Occurs in 248 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] condemned, guilty, ungodly, wicked (man), that did wrong. See also: Genesis 18:23; Psalms 101:8; Psalms 1:1.
תֹּאבֵֽד
ʼâbad
H6
"to perish"
V-Qal-Imperf-3fs
To perish means to be destroyed or lost, whether it's a person, animal, or thing, like the destruction of Sodom and Gomorrah in Genesis 19.
Definition: 1) perish, vanish, go astray, be destroyed 1a) (Qal) 1a1) perish, die, be exterminated 1a2) perish, vanish (fig.) 1a3) be lost, strayed 1b) (Piel) 1b1) to destroy, kill, cause to perish, to give up (as lost), exterminate 1b2) to blot out, do away with, cause to vanish, (fig.) 1b3) cause to stray, lose 1c) (Hiphil) 1c1) to destroy, put to death 1c1a) of divine judgment 1c2) object name of kings (fig.) Aramaic equivalent: a.vad (אֲבַד "to destroy" H0007)
Usage: Occurs in 174 OT verses. KJV: break, destroy(-uction), [phrase] not escape, fail, lose, (cause to, make) perish, spend, [idiom] and surely, take, be undone, [idiom] utterly, be void of, have no way to flee. See also: Exodus 10:7; Psalms 112:10; Psalms 1:6.
Study Notes — Psalms 112:10
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- Context
- Cross References
- Psalms 112:10 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Psalms 112:10
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 112:10
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 112:10
- Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 112:10
- Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 112:10
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 112:10
- Cambridge Bible on Psalms 112:10
- Barnes' Notes on Psalms 112:10
- Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 112:10
- Sermons on Psalms 112:10
Context — The Blessed Fear of the LORD
8His heart is assured; he does not fear, until he looks in triumph on his foes.
9He has scattered abroad his gifts to the poor; his righteousness endures forever; his horn will be lifted high in honor.
10The wicked man will see and be grieved; he will gnash his teeth and waste away; the desires of the wicked will perish.
Cross References
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| 1 | Psalms 58:7–8 | May they vanish like water that runs off; when they draw the bow, may their arrows be blunted. Like a slug that dissolves in its slime, like a woman’s stillborn child, may they never see the sun. |
| 2 | Proverbs 11:7 | When the wicked man dies, his hope perishes, and the hope of his strength vanishes. |
| 3 | Proverbs 10:28 | The hope of the righteous is joy, but the expectations of the wicked will perish. |
| 4 | Psalms 37:12 | The wicked scheme against the righteous and gnash their teeth at them, |
| 5 | Job 8:13 | Such is the destiny of all who forget God; so the hope of the godless will perish. |
| 6 | Luke 13:28 | There will be weeping and gnashing of teeth when you see Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, and all the prophets in the kingdom of God, but you yourselves are thrown out. |
| 7 | Psalms 86:17 | Show me a sign of Your goodness, that my enemies may see and be ashamed; for You, O LORD, have helped me and comforted me. |
| 8 | Matthew 22:13 | Then the king told the servants, ‘Tie him hand and foot, and throw him into the outer darkness, where there will be weeping and gnashing of teeth.’ |
| 9 | Luke 16:23–26 | In Hades, where he was in torment, he looked up and saw Abraham from afar, with Lazarus by his side. So he cried out, ‘Father Abraham, have mercy on me and send Lazarus to dip the tip of his finger in water and cool my tongue. For I am in agony in this fire.’ But Abraham answered, ‘Child, remember that during your lifetime you received your good things, while Lazarus received bad things. But now he is comforted here, while you are in agony. And besides all this, a great chasm has been fixed between us and you, so that even those who wish cannot cross from here to you, nor can anyone cross from there to us.’ |
| 10 | Revelation 16:10–11 | And the fifth angel poured out his bowl on the throne of the beast, and its kingdom was plunged into darkness, and men began to gnaw their tongues in anguish and curse the God of heaven for their pains and sores; yet they did not repent of their deeds. |
Psalms 112:10 Summary
Psalms 112:10 tells us that the wicked will be very upset when they see the good things happening to the righteous. They will be so angry that they will grind their teeth, but despite their anger, they will become weaker and their plans will fail (as seen in Psalms 37:38). This is because God is against the wicked and their ways, but He blesses and protects the righteous, as promised in Psalms 37:3-4 and Jeremiah 29:11. It's a reminder that living a life that honors God is the surest way to true happiness and fulfillment.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the wicked man seeing and being grieved in Psalms 112:10?
The wicked man's grief and gnashing of teeth signify his anger and frustration at the prosperity of the righteous, as seen in Psalms 112:9, where the righteous have scattered abroad their gifts to the poor and their righteousness endures forever, much like the promises in Proverbs 19:17.
Will the desires of the wicked truly perish as stated in Psalms 112:10?
Yes, according to Psalms 112:10, the desires of the wicked will indeed perish, which aligns with the teachings in Psalms 37:38, where it is written that the wicked will be cut off, but those who hope in the Lord will inherit the land.
How does the reaction of the wicked man in Psalms 112:10 compare to the attitude of the righteous in the preceding verses?
The wicked man's reaction of grief and anger in Psalms 112:10 contrasts sharply with the righteous man's confidence and generosity described in Psalms 112:8-9, highlighting the fundamental difference in their values and relationship with God, as also seen in Matthew 6:24, where one cannot serve both God and money.
What does it mean for the wicked to 'waste away' as mentioned in Psalms 112:10?
For the wicked to waste away means that their strength, influence, and very lives will come to nothing, much like the grass that withers in Isaiah 40:6-8, emphasizing the transient nature of wickedness compared to the enduring legacy of the righteous.
Reflection Questions
- How do I respond when I see others prospering, especially if I feel I am not being blessed in the same way?
- In what ways can I, like the righteous in Psalms 112:9, scatter abroad gifts to the poor and ensure my righteousness endures?
- What are my desires, and are they aligned with God's will as expressed in His Word, such as in Jeremiah 29:11?
- How can I cultivate a heart that is assured and does not fear, as described in Psalms 112:8, especially in the face of adversity or when looking at my enemies?
Gill's Exposition on Psalms 112:10
The wicked shall see it,.... The glory and happiness of the upright man: so when the witnesses shall ascend to heaven, a phrase expressive of a more glorious state of the church, their enemies shall behold them, Revelation 11:12.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 112:10
The wicked shall see it, and be grieved; he shall gnash with his teeth, and melt away: the desire of the wicked shall perish. The wicked shall see it, and be grieved.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 112:10
Be grieved at the felicity of good men, partly, from envy at the happiness of others; partly, from his peculiar hatred of all godly men; and partly, because it is a plain testimony of God’ s justice and providence, and therefore a certain presage of his own ruin. The desire; his desire either of the misery of good men, or of his own constant prosperity and happiness in the world.
Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 112:10
Psalms 112:10 The wicked shall see [it], and be grieved; he shall gnash with his teeth, and melt away: the desire of the wicked shall perish.Ver. 10. The wicked shall see it] Vir improbus et reprobus; the covetous wretch who sat a brood upon his bags, and befooled the bountiful man, shall himself come to beggary, which he so much feared, and be ready to eat his own nails through envy at the other’ s prosperity; and because he cannot come at his heart, he feeds upon his own, yea, puts himself into a hell above ground, both for pain of loss and pain of sense, as here.
Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 112:10
(10) Gnash.—See Psalms 35:16. Melt away.—As we say, “Consume with vexation.”
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 112:10
Verse 10. The wicked shall see it] רשע rasha, the wicked one. Some think Satan is meant. It is distinguished from reshaim, wicked men, in the conclusion of the verse. Shall gnash with his teeth] Through spite and ill will. And melt away] Through envy and hopeless expectation of similar good; for his desire in reference to himself, and in reference to him who is the object of his envy, shall perish - shall come to nothing. ANALYSIS OF THE HUNDRED AND TWELFTH PSALM The psalmist, having put it down for an infallible maxim, in the close of the former Psalm, "that the fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom," in this sets down the felicity of that man who fears God, in several particulars. There are two parts in this Psalm: - I. A general proposition, that he is blessed. II.
An enumeration of particulars in which that blessedness consists, Psalms 112:2-10. I. To the first part he prefixes a hallelujah, "praise the Lord," which is the intent and scope of the Psalm; that he be praised for those rewards of piety he bestows on such as fear him. He delivers this one general proposition to persuade them to piety: "Blessed is the man," c., that believes, honours, and serves him. For fear a man should mistake, supposing he fears the Lord when he really does not, he adds these three restrictions to his proposition: - 1. "Keep his commandments." An obedient fear. 2. "He delights in them," c. Is pleased with their equity, and loves them. 3. "He delights greatly," &c. It must be a thankful and ready fear, performed with alacrity and earnestness, done with all the heart.
II. In the rest of the Psalm he insists on what this blessedness consists in: - 1. That the righteous shall have temporal goods, and that they shall be blessings. 2. That though they shall enjoy them, they are not exempted from crosses, 2 Timothy 3:12. 3. That God distributes these temporal blessings not equally, but most profitably for him. This being premised, he enumerates the blessings here promised: - 1. "His seed shall be mighty," c. Which was verified in Abraham and his posterity: "I will show mercy to thousands," &c. 2. "Wealth and riches," &c. That is, abundance of all things shall be in his house, and remain in it for his just dealing and contentment preserves his well obtained goods to his posterity. 3.
"Unto the upright there ariseth light," c. The light of counsel and consolation, in the midst of doubts, tribulations, and afflictions, which the prophet ascribes to God's mercy and goodness. 4. He hath bowels of compassion, of which he shows two effects: 1. "A good man showeth favour," &c. Easily forgives an injury. 2. Imagines he is not born for himself, but to do good to others. 5. "He will guide his affairs with discretion." Discern between truth and falsehood be no accepter of persons, but in all things just and upright. 6. He is patient and constant.
Cambridge Bible on Psalms 112:10
10. The wicked looks on in impotent rage and is consumed with vexation. While “the desire of the righteous is granted” (Proverbs 10:24), his desire comes to nought. The end of the Psalm, like the beginning, is an echo of Psalms 1.
Barnes' Notes on Psalms 112:10
The wicked shall see it, and be grieved - They shall see his prosperity; shall see the evidence that God approves his character and his conduct. The word rendered “grieved” means rather to be angry or enraged.
Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 112:10
10. The spirit of the world toward Christ and his Church is well set forth in this verse. Grieved—Properly, enraged. Gnash with his teeth— Expressive of a transport of impotent rage. See Psalms 35:16; Psalms 37:12; Acts 7:54.
Sermons on Psalms 112:10
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Tomorrow Comes by Samuel Davies | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the fate of the wicked and contrasts it with the hope of the righteous. The wicked, who have lived in wickedness, will die in the same manne |
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Hell Is Real by B.H. Clendennen | This sermon emphasizes the reality of hell as an everlasting punishment for those who reject God, highlighting the consequences of a life of continual sin and the importance of rep |
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Hold Fast to Hope by Brent Barnett | Brent Barnett delves into the significance of hope in the Christian faith, emphasizing its importance alongside faith and love. He highlights how placing hope in worldly desires le |
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The Hypocrite's Hope by Thomas Brooks | Thomas Brooks emphasizes the futility of the hypocrite's hope, warning that those who live in sin and presume upon God's grace without true repentance face dire consequences. He ci |
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The Objects, Grounds, and Evidences of the Hope of the Righteous by Samuel Davies | Samuel Davies preaches about the objects, grounds, and evidences of the hope of the righteous in contrast to the despair of the wicked in death. He emphasizes the importance of hav |
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The Sacred Anchor by Thomas Watson | Thomas Watson preaches about the Christian's chief happiness being in the future, looking for the blessed hope of heaven. He emphasizes the act of 'looking' with desire, joy, and p |
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Hope by William Cowper | William Cowper preaches about the transformative power of hope in the face of despair and the importance of genuine faith in God's mercy and grace. He contrasts the emptiness of wo |