Translations
Modern
See how they lie in wait for me. Fierce men conspire against me for no transgression or sin of my own, O LORD.
Traditional
For, lo, they lie in wait for my soul: the mighty are gathered against me; not for my transgression, nor for my sin, O Lord.
Literal
For behold, they lie in wait for my life; the mighty ones gather against me, not for my transgression and not for my sin, O YHWH.
Latin
Quia ecce ceperunt animam meam; irruerunt in me fortes.
Original
Hebrew
English
See how they lie in wait for me. Fierce men conspire against me for no transgression or sin of my own, O LORD.
Notes
The psalmist laments the power of enemies who conspire with other nations.
These psalms of David share a common theme. They reflect on the experience of evil. In Psalm 51, the psalmist admits his wrongdoing and asks for God's forgiveness. Psalms 52–64 express sorrow over specific evils David faced. A song of praise (Psalm 65) brings David's laments to an end.
Theme notes and profiles
Parallels
Glossary
Al-Taschith David Imprecatory Psalms Michtam Miktam Music Psalms, Book of
Topics
Afflictions and Adversities: Prayer In Malice: General Scriptures Concerning Waiting Upon God: should be Specially in Adversity Waiting: Especially in Adversity War: Enemies Warfare of Saints is Against: Enemies