Psalm 75

Psalm 75 is a psalm in the Hebrew Bible, attributed to Asaph and designated "A Psalm of Asaph. A Song." in its superscription. It is categorized as a psalm of thanksgiving, and also contains elements of a prophetic oracle, specifically a warning against the wicked and a declaration of God's judgment.

The psalm reflects themes of divine sovereignty and justice. It contrasts the arrogance and boasts of the wicked with God's ultimate authority and power. The speaker, understood to be God or a representative of God, declares an intention to judge righteously and to humble the proud. The psalm emphasizes that promotion and power do not come from human sources (east, west, or south) but from God alone.

Common interpretations of Psalm 75 see it as a response to a period of national crisis or oppression, in which the faithful find solace in the promise of God's intervention and vindication. The image of God holding a cup filled with foaming wine suggests the inevitable wrath that will be poured out on the wicked. However, the psalm also includes a positive outlook for the righteous, who are promised exaltation and deliverance.

The psalm is structured typically into several parts: an acknowledgment of God's praises, a declaration of God's forthcoming judgment, a warning to the wicked, and a concluding expression of confidence in God's justice and faithfulness. The language is often metaphorical, drawing on imagery of power, judgment, and divine intervention.