Psalm 109:20

The Song of the Slandered · Psalm 109:1–31
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Translations

Modern
May this be the LORD’s reward to my accusers, to those who speak evil against me.
Traditional
Let this be the reward of mine adversaries from the Lord, and of them that speak evil against my soul.
Literal
May this be the reward of my accusers from YHWH, and of those speaking evil against my soul!
Latin
Hoc opus eorum qui detrahunt mihi apud Dominum, et qui loquuntur mala adversus animam meam.

Original

Hebrew
English
May this be the LORD’s reward to my accusers, to those who speak evil against me.

Notes

The psalmist asks God to act fairly and give people what they deserve (see Psalm 94:23).

The psalmist starts this lament by accusing his accusers of repaying good with evil (Psalm 109:1–5). At the end of the psalm, he prays to the Lord, seeking protection (Psalm 109:21–25) and vengeance (109:26–31).

Theme notes and profiles

David Prayers for Vengeance Psalms of Suffering

Glossary

Bible, Manuscripts and Text of the (New Testament) Curse, Cursed Imprecatory Psalms Music Psalms, Book of

Topics

Afflictions and Adversities: Prayer In Prayer: Imprecatory Slander: Includes: Evil Speaking