Psalms 94:21

Old Testament Poetry/Hymns ASV (1901)

What does Psalms 94:21 say?

The American Standard Version records this verse as: “They gather themselves together against the soul of the righteous, And condemn the innocent blood.” Read the surrounding verses and the named sources below before drawing broader conclusions.

The verse

They gather themselves together against the soul of the righteous, And condemn the innocent blood.
Psalms 94:21 — American Standard Version

Context — Psalms 94

American Standard Version (1901) — public domain. Click any verse for its study page.
21They gather themselves together against the soul of the righteous, And condemn the innocent blood.

What do historical commentaries say?

John Gill's Exposition
John Gill (1697–1771) · Exposition of the Old and New Testament · 18th-century historical commentary
“They gather themselves together, etc.] As “in troops” f1352, as the word signifies; in great armies; so the antichristian kings and states will, at the instigation of Popish emissaries; (see <661617>Revelation 16:17 19:19), against the soul of the righteous; or “the life” of them; in order to take away their lives; to cut them off, root and branch, and destroy at once the whole interest of Christ; for it will be to make war with him, and them his followers, who are the righteous here meant, made so by his righteousness, that they will be gathered together in such great numbers: and condemn the innocent blood; condemn innocent persons to death, shed their blood, and drink it, and to such a…”
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Barnes' Notes
Albert Barnes (1798–1870) · Notes on the Whole Bible · 19th-century historical commentary
“They gather themselves together against the soul of the righteous - Against the life of the righteous; that is, to take their lives. The Hebrew word rendered “gather together,” means to press or crowd upon anyone; to rush in crowds or troops. It would refer particularly to a tumultuous gathering - “a mob” - intent on accomplishing its purpose. And condemn the innocent blood - literally, make guilty; that is, they hold that blood to be guilty; or, they treat the innocent as if they were guilty. return to 'Top of Page'”
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Treasury of Scriptural Knowledge
R. A. Torrey and contributors · The Treasury of Scripture Knowledge · Cross-reference reference work
“gather: Psa 2:1-3, Psa 22:16, Psa 59:3; Pro 1:11, Pro 1:16; Mat 27:1; Act 4:5-7, Act 4:27, Act 4:28 condemn: Exo 23:7; Kg1 21:19; Pro 17:15; Jer 26:15; Eze 22:6, Eze 22:12, Eze 22:27; Mat 23:32-36; Act 7:52, Act 7:58-60; Jam 5:6; Rev 17:6 Psalms 94:22”
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