Psalms 58:4

Their poison is like the poison of a serpent: they are like the deaf adder that stoppeth her ear;

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Other Translations for Psalms 58:4

BSB
Their venom is like the venom of a snake, like a cobra that shuts its ears,
AKJV
Their poison is like the poison of a serpent: they are like the deaf adder that stops her ear;
CPDV
Their fury is similar to that of a serpent; it is like a deaf asp, who even blocks her ears,
ERV
Their poison is like the poison of a serpent: they are like the deaf adder that stoppeth her ear;
NHEB
Their poison is like the poison of a serpent; like a deaf viper that stops its ear,
SMT
Wrath to them according to the likeness of the wrath of a serpent: as the deaf adder will stop its ear;

Commentary for Psalms 58:4

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Psalms 58:4
Summary
Wicked possess poisonous nature like serpents.
Event
Comparing wicked to serpents
Estimated Time Period
c. 1000 BC
Category
Teaching