Psalms 35

KJ3 Literal Translation — Chapter 35 of 150

¹ A Psalm of David. O Jehovah, strive with those contending with me; fight those fighting against me.

² Take hold of a shield and buckler, and arise for my help.

³ Draw out the spear and close ranks to meet my pursuers; say to my soul, I am your salvation.

Chapter Summary

David prays for his own safety, and the confusion of his enemies for their evil dealing. A Psalm of David.

יְשׁוּעָה salvation H3444 · TWOT 929b

רִיב contend, plead my case H7378 · TWOT 2159

נֶ֫פֶשׁ soul, life H5315 · TWOT 1395a

רֶ֫שֶׁת net (hidden trap) H7568 · TWOT 920c

קָהָל great assembly H6951 · TWOT 1991a

חִנָּם without cause H2600 · TWOT 694b

David

The psalmist named in the heading; he prays for Jehovah to fight his enemies and vindicate him.

False Witnesses Mock

Witnesses of violence falsely accuse David, rewarding his fasting and goodness with tearing mockery and gnashing teeth.

Psalms 35:11-15

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