Psalm 53
Psalm 53 Meaning
Psalm 53 closely echoes Psalm 14, lamenting that the fool says in his heart there is no God, and that corruption is widespread when people forget their Maker.
It ends longing for salvation to come out of Zion, when God restores His people and Jacob rejoices and is glad.
Key verses from Psalm 53
“The fool hath said in his heart, There is no God. Corrupt are they, and have done abominable iniquity: there is none that doeth good.”
Psalm 53:1
“God looked down from heaven upon the children of men, to see if there were any that did understand, that did seek God.”
Psalm 53:2
“Oh that the salvation of Israel were come out of Zion! When God bringeth back the captivity of his people, Jacob shall rejoice, and Israel shall be glad.”
Psalm 53:6
How Psalm 53 points to Jesus
The salvation out of Zion this psalm longs for has come in Jesus. He restores the fortunes of His people and turns the folly of a godless world into joy for all who trust Him.