Psalms 55:21

The words of his mouth were smoother than butter, but war was in his heart: his words were softer than oil, yet were they drawn swords.

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Other Translations for Psalms 55:21

BSB
His speech is smooth as butter, but war is in his heart. His words are softer than oil, yet they are swords unsheathed.
AKJV
The words of his mouth were smoother than butter, but war was in his heart: his words were softer than oil, yet were they drawn swords.
CPDV
They were divided by the wrath of his countenance, and his heart has drawn near. His words are smoother than oil, and they are arrows.
ERV
His mouth was smooth as butter, but his heart was war: his words were softer than oil, yet were they drawn swords.
NHEB
His mouth was smooth as butter, but his heart was war. His words were softer than oil, yet they were drawn swords.
SMT
They were divided from the wrath of his mouth, and his heart drew near: his words were soft above oil, and they drawn swords.

Commentary for Psalms 55:21

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Psalms 55:21
Summary
Deceitful speech hides hostile intentions
Event
Speaking deception
Estimated Time Period
c. 1000 BC
Category
Lament