Psalms 140:4

Keep me, O LORD, from the hands of the wicked; preserve me from the violent man; who have purposed to overthrow my goings.

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Other Translations for Psalms 140:4

BSB
Guard me, O LORD, from the hands of the wicked. Keep me safe from men of violence who scheme to make me stumble.
AKJV
Keep me, O LORD, from the hands of the wicked; preserve me from the violent man; who have purposed to overthrow my goings.
CPDV
Preserve me, O Lord, from the hand of the sinner, and rescue me from men of iniquity. They have decided to supplant my steps.
ERV
Keep me, O LORD, from the hands of the wicked; preserve me from the violent man: Who have purposed to thrust aside my steps.
NHEB
LORD, keep me from the hands of the wicked. Preserve me from the violent men who have determined to trip my feet.
SMT
Watch me, O Jehovah, from the hands of the unjust one; from the man of violences wilt thou guard me; who purposed to overthrow my steps.

Commentary for Psalms 140:4

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Psalms 140:4
Summary
Protection from wicked plots against safety
Event
Requesting protection from schemes
Estimated Time Period
c. 1000 BC
Category
Prayer