Psalms 10:7
“His mouth is full of cursing, deceit, and oppression. Under his tongue is mischief and iniquity.”
What does Psalms 10:7 mean?
This passage describes someone whose words reveal a heart bent toward harm. The picture is vivid: not only does he speak curses and lies openly, but hidden beneath the surface—"under his tongue"—he harbors malicious plots and wrongdoing. It's a reminder that what we say and what we conceal often show who we really are. The psalmist is painting a portrait of someone who uses words as weapons, whether through obvious cruelty or subtle deception. For those of us listening to this, it can help us notice when speech patterns in our own lives or others' lives point to deeper trouble. It also reminds us why God cares about our words: they're never separate from our character.