Psalm 69:25
“Let their habitation be desolate; and let none dwell in their tents.”
King James Version
The imprecation that the betrayer's dwelling be left desolate — applied by Peter to Judas and the choosing of his replacement.
Fulfillment References
Acts 1:20 Psalm 109:8 Matthew 27:3-8 John 17:12
How Traditions Read This Prophecy
Apostolic (Oneness) PentecostalPeter, in choosing Judas's replacement, applied this psalm (Acts 1:20) — the betrayer of the one Lord Jesus, his place left desolate.
JewishAn imprecatory verse calling for the judgment of the psalmist's persecutors; part of the lament's plea for justice.
CatholicPeter applies it to Judas, whose place was left empty and filled by another (Acts 1:20).
ProtestantActs 1:20 cites this (with Ps. 109:8) regarding Judas's vacated office and his replacement.
OrthodoxThe judgment on the betrayer, foreseen in the psalm.
DispensationalThe fate of the betrayer, fulfilled in Judas.
AcademicPeter's use of Psalm 69:25 (with 109:8) for Judas is a notable example of early Christian 'testimonia' — applying psalm imprecations to specific events.
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