KJ3 Literal Translation
Psalms 140
David prays to be delivered from his enemies.
1To the chief musician. A Psalm of David. O Jehovah, deliver me from the evil man; guard me from the man of violence,
2who devises evil things in the heart; they gather wars all the day.
3They sharpen their tongues like a snake; adders' poison is under their lips. Selah.
4O Jehovah, keep me from the hands of the wicked one; guard me from the man of violence who plan to trip up my steps.
5The proud ones have hidden a trap and cords for me; they have spread a net by the wayside; they have set snares for me. Selah.
6I said to Jehovah, You are my God; O Jehovah, give ear to the voice of my prayers.
7O Jehovah the Lord, the strength of my salvation, You have covered my head in the day of armor.
8O Jehovah, do not grant the desires of the wicked one; do not promote his plan, lest they be exalted. Selah.
9As for the head of those around me, let the evil of their own lips cover them.
10Make coals of fire to fall on them; let them fall into pits; they shall not rise again.
11Do not let a man of tongue be established in the earth; evil shall hunt the violent man, thrust upon thrust.
12I know that Jehovah will maintain the cause of the afflicted ones, the justice of the poor ones .
13Surely the righteous ones shall give thanks to Your name; the upright ones shall dwell in Your presence.
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