Psalms 38:20

They also that render evil for good are mine adversaries; because I follow the thing that good is.

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Other Translations for Psalms 38:20

BSB
Those who repay my good with evil attack me for pursuing the good.
AKJV
They also that render evil for good are my adversaries; because I follow the thing that good is.
CPDV
Those who render evil for good have dragged me down, because I followed goodness.
ERV
They also that render evil for good are adversaries unto me, because I follow the thing that is good.
NHEB
They who also render evil for good are adversaries to me, because I follow what is good.
SMT
And mine enemies living, they were strong: and they hating me with falsehood were multiplied.

Word Study (Strong’s) for Psalms 38:20

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Commentary for Psalms 38:20

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Psalms 38:20
Summary
Enemies oppose those pursuing righteousness
Event
Enemies oppose righteous pursuits
Estimated Time Period
c. 1000 BC
Category
Lament