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For my enemies talk about me. Those who watch for my soul conspire together,
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A Coordinated Attack
Commentators explain that the psalmist faces a two-pronged attack. His enemies are not only physically plotting against his life ('they that watch for my soul') but are also engaged in a coordinated psychological and spiritual assault, speaking against him to undermine his faith and reputation.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
For mine enemies speak against me — That is, they said substantially, as it is stated in Psalms 71:11, that God had forsaken him, a…
19th Century
Anglican
This piece may be compared with Psalms 41:6-8. The formal “saying” (Psalms 71:11), introducing a quotation, is an indication of a late …
Baptist
Cast me not off in the time of old age; forsake me not when my strength faileth. For mine enemies speak against me; and they that lay wait for …
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16th Century
Protestant
For my enemies have said of me, etc. He pleads, as an argument with God to show him mercy, the additional circumstance that the wicked too…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
For mine enemies speak against, me Or "say unto me" F25 what is expressed in the following verse, "God ha…
David prays that he might never be made ashamed of his dependence upon God. With this petition every true believer may come boldly to the throne of…
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