Psalms 37:32

32 The wicked watch for good people so that they may kill them.

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 A good person speaks with wisdom, and he says what is fair.

31 The teachings of his God are in his heart, so he does not fail to keep them.

32 The wicked watch for good people so that they may kill them.

33 But the Lord will not take away his protection or let good people be judged guilty.

34 Wait for the Lord's help and follow him. He will honor you and give you the land, and you will see the wicked sent away.