Psalms 73:5-7 God's Faithfulness Amidst Doubt

5 They are free from the burdens common to man;
they are not plagued by human ills.

6 Therefore pride is their necklace;
they clothe themselves with violence.

7 From their callous hearts comes iniquity;
the evil conceits of their minds know no limits.

Meaning of Psalms 73:5-7

Psalm 73:5 reveals the psalmist's inner turmoil over the apparent ease of the wicked, stating, "They are free from common human burdens; they are not plagued by human ills." This verse captures the tension between earthly appearances and the deeper truths of divine justice, urging believers to trust in God's ultimate righteousness and timing despite life's seeming unfairness.

Cross References for Psalms 73:5-7

Revelation 3:19 - Those whom I love I rebuke and discipline. So be earnest, and repent. Click to read the verse Revelation 3:19 Click to read the verse Revelation 3:19

Job 21:6 - When I think about this, I am terrified; trembling seizes my body. Click to read the verse Job 21:6 Click to read the verse Job 21:6

Jeremiah 12:1-2 - Jeremiah’s Complaint You are always righteous, O Lord, when I bring a case before you. Yet I wo... Click to read the verse Jeremiah 12:1-2 Click to read the verse Jeremiah 12:1-2

1 Corinthians 11:32 - When we are judged by the Lord, we are being disciplined so that we will not be condemned with ... Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 11:32 Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 11:32

Hebrews 12:8 - If you are not disciplined (and everyone undergoes discipline), then you are illegitimate child... Click to read the verse Hebrews 12:8 Click to read the verse Hebrews 12:8

Proverbs 3:11-12 - My son, do not despise the Lord’s discipline and do not resent his rebuke, Click to read the verse Proverbs 3:11-12 Click to read the verse Proverbs 3:11-12

Job 21:9 - Their homes are safe and free from fear; the rod of God is not upon them. Click to read the verse Job 21:9 Click to read the verse Job 21:9

Psalms 73:12 - This is what the wicked are like— always carefree, they increase in wealth. Click to read the verse Psalms 73:12 Click to read the verse Psalms 73:12