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Those who devise mischief in their hearts. They continually gather themselves together for war.
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Evil is Planned and Persistent
Commentators note that the psalmist's enemies are not just randomly hostile; they actively "devise mischiefs in their heart." This opposition is calculated, organized, and continuous. Scholars like Albert Barnes and John Calvin point out that the language indicates a conspiracy of many, not just one foe, who are constantly stirring up conflict.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
Which imagine mischiefs in their heart - Here the language is changed to the plural number in the Hebrew, implying that while there…
19th Century
Anglican
Imagine ...—Or, contrive, plot.
Gathered together.— This translation follows the analogy of Psalm…
Baptist
It is difficult for a peace-loving man – a man of quiet spirit – when he is beset by those whose very hearts are set on mischief, and who cannot me…
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16th Century
Protestant
To the chief Musician, etc. I cannot bring myself to restrict this Psalm to Doeg, as the great body of interpreters do, for the context wi…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
Which imagine mischiefs in [their] heart This shows that not a single person barely is meant but more, as Saul's cou…
The more danger appears, the more earnest we should be in prayer to God. All are safe whom the Lord protects. If he is for us, who can be against u…
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