Psalms 17:12

Like as a lion that is greedy of his prey, and as it were a young lion lurking in secret places.

King James Version
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Other Translations for Psalms 17:12

BSB
like a lion greedy for prey, like a young lion lurking in ambush.
AKJV
Like as a lion that is greedy of his prey, and as it were a young lion lurking in secret places.
CPDV
They have taken me, like a lion ready for the prey, and like a young lion dwelling in hiding.
ERV
He is like a lion that is greedy of his prey, and as it were a young lion lurking in secret places.
NHEB
He is like a lion that is greedy of his prey, as it were a young lion lurking in secret places.
SMT
His likeness as a lion will long for the prey, and as a young lion dwelling in secret places.

Commentary for Psalms 17:12

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Psalms 17:12
Summary
Foes hunt like predatory creatures
Event
Comparing enemies to predators
Estimated Time Period
c. 1000 BC
Category
Lament