Psalms 125:5 meaning and explanation

But those who turn to crooked ways the LORD will banish with the evildoers. Peace be upon Israel.

Psalms 125:5, Berean Standard Bible

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This closing verse of a pilgrim song speaks to the gathered worshipers, likely as they approach Jerusalem. It sets a sober contrast with the prayer for the good in verse 4: those who turn aside into crooked paths are grouped with evildoers and banished, while peace is pronounced over Israel.

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