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My soul is among lions. I lie among those who are set on fire, Even the sons of men, whose teeth are spears and arrows, And their tongue a sharp sword.
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Words as Weapons
Commentators explain that the 'lions,' 'spears,' and 'sharp sword' are vivid metaphors for David's human enemies. They particularly highlight that the 'tongue' is called a 'sharp sword,' emphasizing that slander, gossip, and malicious accusations are not minor offenses but powerful weapons that can inflict deep, lasting wounds, a trial many believers face.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
My soul is among lions - That is, among people who resemble lions; men who are fierce, savage, and ferocious.
And I l…
19th Century
Anglican
Them that are set on fire. —Rather, greedy ones (literally, lickers) in apposition to lions. The verse …
Baptist
He shall send from heaven, and save me from the reproach of him that would swallow me up. Selah. God shall send forth his mercy and his truth. …
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16th Century
Protestant
My soul is among lions. He again insists on the cruelty of his enemies as a plea to prevail with God for his swifter intervention. He comp…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
My soul [is] among lions Not literally understood; though such there might be in the wildernesses where he sometimes was; but …
All David's dependence is upon God. The most eminent believers often need to repeat the publican's prayer, God be merciful to me a sinner.…
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