Psalms 37:32

32 The wicked keeps his eye on the righteous, seeking a chance to kill him.

Psalms 37:32 Meaning and Commentary

Psalms 37:32

The wicked watcheth the righteous
All his motions and steps, his works and actions; he watches for his halting, and to take all opportunities and advantages against him; see ( Jeremiah 20:10 ) ;

and seeketh to slay him;
murder his reputation, destroy his substance, and take away his life: some understand it of the devil, who watches the saints, observes their failings, accuses then, before the throne, and seeks to devour them, ( 1 Peter 5:8 ) .

Psalms 37:32 In-Context

30 The mouth of the righteous articulates wisdom, his tongue speaks justice.
31 The Torah of his God is in his heart; his footsteps do not falter.
32 The wicked keeps his eye on the righteous, seeking a chance to kill him.
33 But ADONAI will not leave him in his power or let him be condemned when judged.
34 Put your hope in ADONAI, keep to his way, and he will raise you up to inherit the land. When the wicked are cut off, you will see it.
Complete Jewish Bible Copyright 1998 by David H. Stern. Published by Jewish New Testament Publications, Inc. All rights reserved. Used by permission.