Psalms 9:20 meaning and explanation

Lay terror upon them, O LORD; let the nations know they are but men. Selah

Psalms 9:20, Berean Standard Bible

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Psalm 9 is David's song of thanks for God's just rule, moving from praise to a plea for help. In verse 20 he asks God to "lay terror" on the nations, not out of personal spite but so they will recognize their limits.

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