Psalms 7:16

16 The trouble he causes shall return to his own head. His violence shall come down on the crown of his own head.

Psalms 7:16 Meaning and Commentary

Psalms 7:16

His mischief shall return upon his own head
That which he conceived and devised in his mind, and attempted to bring upon others, shall fall upon himself, as a just judgment from heaven upon him;

and his violent dealing shall come down upon his own pate;
referring to the violence with which Saul pursued David, which would be requited to him, and of which he prophesied, ( 1 Samuel 26:10 ) .

Psalms 7:16 In-Context

14 Behold, he travails with iniquity; Yes, he has conceived mischief and brought forth falsehood.

15 He has dug a hole, And has fallen into the pit which he made.

16 The trouble he causes shall return to his own head. His violence shall come down on the crown of his own head.

17 I will give thanks to the LORD according to his righteousness, And will sing praise to the name of the LORD Elyon.