WHO are the Wicked and the Righteous in Scripture? (1)

I t appears that there are a variety of opinions on this subject, which is important because it frames our views on God's purposes in election and providence, as well as man's appropriation of God's promises. Strangely, it seems that some (many?) Calvinists are at the forefront of opposing particularity at this point, believing that scripture points to a universal application of grace, favour and loving kindness (though not in an everlasting sense) to all people. To resolve this, we must...