28 verses
Psalm 73 recounts the psalmist's struggle with envy toward the prosperous wicked, his turning to God in the sanctuary, and his ultimate trust in God's justice and guidance.
The psalm opens with the psalmist admitting his doubt, feeling his feet slip as he envies the prospering wicked. He describes how the wicked seem untouchable, full of pride and abundance, while he feels afflicted. In the sanctuary, he gains insight: God places the wicked in slippery positions and brings them to destruction, revealing their true end. This realization softens his heart, and he acknowledges his foolishness. The psalm concludes with a renewed trust, as the psalmist declares his confidence in God's strength, right hand, and counsel, and his desire to proclaim God's works.
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The psalm moves from doubt and envy to renewed trust, reflecting a journey from confusion to hope.