Psalms
Psalms 7:14–17
The schemes of the wicked recoil on their own heads, proving the Lord is the Righteous Most High.
Psalms 7:14–17 (WEB)
14 Behold, he travails with iniquity. Yes, he has conceived mischief, and brought out falsehood.
15 He has dug a hole, and has fallen into the pit which he made.
16 The trouble he causes shall return to his own head. His violence shall come down on the crown of his own head.
17 I will give thanks to Yahweh according to his righteousness, and will sing praise to the name of Yahweh Most High.
Central Idea
The schemes of the wicked recoil on their own heads, proving the Lord is the Righteous Most High.
Authorial Intent
To illustrate the inevitable self-destruction of the wicked and to conclude the petition with a vow of praise for God's righteousness.