Psalm 11:5 “The LORD tests the righteous and the wicked; His soul hates the lover…”

Psalm 11:5

The LORD tests the righteous and the wicked; His soul hates the lover of violence.

Berean Standard Bible

Other translations

King James Version

The LORD trieth the righteous: but the wicked and him that loveth violence his soul hateth.

World English Bible

The LORD examines the righteous, but his soul hates the wicked and him who loves violence.

American Standard Version

Jehovah trieth the righteous; But the wicked and him that loveth violence his soul hateth.

Geneva Bible 1599

The Lord will try the righteous: but the wicked and him that loueth iniquitie, doeth his soule hate.

Darby Translation

Jehovah trieth the righteous one; but the wicked, and him that loveth violence, his soul hateth.

Young's Literal Translation

Jehovah the righteous doth try. And the wicked and the lover of violence, Hath His soul hated,

Bible in Basic English

The Lord puts the upright and the sinner to the test, but he has hate in his soul for the lover of violent acts.

.mt-body { max-height: none !important; -webkit-mask-image: none !important; mask-image: none !important; } .mt-bar { display: none !important; } .o-trans::after { display: block !important; }

Cross references

“trieth”

James 1:12 Psalm 7:9 Psalm 26:2 Genesis 22:1 1 Peter 1:7 1 Peter 4:12

James 1:12 · BSB

Blessed is the man who perseveres under trial, because when he has stood the test, he will receive the crown of life that God has promised to those who love Him.

Psalm 7:9 · BSB

Put an end to the evil of the wicked, but establish the righteous, O righteous God who searches hearts and minds.

Psalm 26:2 · BSB

Test me, O LORD, and try me; examine my heart and mind.

Genesis 22:1 · BSB

Some time later God tested Abraham and said to him, “Abraham!” “Here I am,” he answered.

1 Peter 1:7 · BSB

so that the proven character of your faith—more precious than gold, which perishes even though refined by fire—may result in praise, glory, and honor at the revelation of Jesus Christ.

1 Peter 4:12 · BSB

Beloved, do not be surprised at the fiery trial that has come upon you, as though something strange were happening to you.

“wicked”

Proverbs 6:16–19 Psalm 21:8 Psalm 10:3 Jeremiah 12:8 Zechariah 11:8 Psalm 5:4

Proverbs 6:16–19 · BSB

There are six things that the LORD hates, seven that are detestable to Him:

Psalm 21:8 · BSB

Your hand will apprehend all Your enemies; Your right hand will seize those who hate You.

Psalm 10:3 · BSB

For the wicked man boasts in the cravings of his heart; he blesses the greedy and reviles the LORD.

Jeremiah 12:8 · BSB

My inheritance has become to Me like a lion in the forest. She has roared against Me; therefore I hate her.

Zechariah 11:8 · BSB

And in one month I dismissed three shepherds. My soul grew impatient with the flock, and their souls also detested me.

Psalm 5:4 · BSB

For You are not a God who delights in wickedness; no evil can dwell with You.

Cross references adapted from OpenBible.info (CC BY 4.0) and the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge.

In context

4The LORD is in His holy temple; the LORD is on His heavenly throne. His eyes are watching closely; they examine the sons of men.

6On the wicked He will rain down fiery coals and sulfur; a scorching wind will be their portion.

Read Psalm 11