Psalms 135:18

Key Reflection

In the context of Psalm 135:18, the phrase "They have ears, but they can’t hear, neither is there any breath in their mouths" likely refers to a people who are stubborn and rebellious towards God's commands and messages. This imagery evokes the idea that despite having the physical ability to perceive and speak, these individuals are spiritually deaf and mute. In first-century Israelite society, where the concept of divine judgment was prevalent, such language would have resonated with the notion of a hardened populace that refuses to listen or comply with God’s will, even when given clear opportunities for repentance.