Psalm 35:19

Contend with My Opponents, O LORD · Psalm 35:1–28
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Translations

Modern
Let not my enemies gloat over me without cause, nor those who hate me without reason wink in malice.
Traditional
Let not them that are mine enemies wrongfully rejoice over me: neither let them wink with the eye that hate me without a cause.
Literal
Do not let my enemies rejoice over me in deception; those hating me for no reason wink the eye.
Latin
Non supergaudeant mihi qui adversantur mihi inique, qui oderunt me gratis, et annuunt oculis.

Original

Hebrew
English
Let not my enemies gloat over me without cause, nor those who hate me without reason wink in malice.

Notes

John applied this claim of innocence (see also Psalm 69:4) to Jesus (John 15:25).

In this prayer for justice, the psalmist faces a crisis so great that only the Lord can resolve it. The psalmist chooses the right path and believes that vengeance belongs to the Lord.

God’s patience allows the wicked to continue in their evil ways. Because of this, their hearts grow harder and they find reasons to justify their behavior.

In this lament, the Lord's troubled servant asks God to notice his situation and defend him.

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Topics

Afflictions and Adversities: Prayer In Enemy: General Scriptures Concerning Hatred: Christ Experienced Hatred: Scriptures Relating To Innuendo: General Scriptures Concerning Love to Christ: The Wicked, Destitute of Malice: General Scriptures Concerning