Psalms · Chapter 64
God's arrows against secret plotters
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1For the music director. A psalm of David. 2God, listen to me as I pour out my complaint; keep me safe from the enemy I dread. 3Shelter me from the wicked when they plot together in secret, from the restless crowd of those who do evil, 4who grind their tongues sharp as a sword and fit bitter words to the bow like arrows, 5to fire from hiding at the blameless; all at once they let fly, without any fear. 6They make each other bold in their evil scheme and talk of setting traps where none can see; they say, "Who will notice them?" 7They search out crimes and say, "We have a flawless scheme, thoroughly thought out!" How deep are the thoughts and the heart of a human being! 8But God lets fly an arrow at them; in an instant they are wounded. 9Their own words trip them and bring them down; everyone who sees them shakes their head. 10Then everyone is struck with awe; they announce what God has done and think deeply about His deeds. 11May the righteous be glad in the LORD and make Him their refuge; may all whose hearts are true give praise.
Bible text: Open Word Bible (CC0), English. An AI draft awaiting human review.