What is the meaning of Psalm 75:10?

All the horns of the wicked I will cut off

“Horns” picture strength, influence, and proud self-exaltation. The Lord announces that every proud power aligned against Him will be removed.

• Psalm 37:20 reminds us, “the enemies of the LORD will vanish like the beauty of the fields; they will vanish—like smoke.”

• In 1 Samuel 2:10, “The LORD will judge the ends of the earth… He will give strength to His king and exalt the horn of His anointed.” Judgment against the wicked and removal of their “horns” are sure.

• Psalm 75:4-5 has just warned the arrogant, “Do not lift up your horn.” Refusal brings certain cutting off.

• Revelation 18:8 shows this principle reaching its climax: the proud world system falls “in a single day.”

God literally intervenes—sometimes swiftly in history (Pharaoh, Haman), always finally in the last judgment—to sever wicked influence. Their plans, prestige, and power cannot outlast His decree.

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but the horns of the righteous will be exalted

While the wicked lose their strength, God lifts up those who trust Him.

• Psalm 92:10 rejoices, “You have exalted my horn like that of a wild ox; I have been anointed with fresh oil.”

• Luke 1:52 celebrates the same pattern: “He has brought down rulers from their thrones but has exalted the humble.”

• James 4:10 echoes the promise: “Humble yourselves before the Lord, and He will exalt you.”

Practical implications:

– The righteous may be overlooked now, yet God guarantees ultimate honor.

– Vindication can come in this life (Joseph moved from prison to palace) and will certainly come at Christ’s return (2 Timothy 4:8).

– Exaltation is not self-promotion; it is God’s public affirmation of those who bow to His authority (1 Peter 5:6).

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summary

Psalm 75:10 draws a clear, literal line: God personally cuts off every proud source of wicked power and, in perfect contrast, raises up the humble who live in covenant with Him. The verse calls believers to rest in His certain justice—He overturns arrogant strength and establishes righteous honor, both now and forever.