Psalms 71:13

Let them be confounded and consumed that are adversaries to my soul; let them be covered with reproach and dishonour that seek my hurt.

King James Version
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Other Translations for Psalms 71:13

BSB
May the accusers of my soul be ashamed and consumed; may those who seek my harm be covered with scorn and disgrace.
AKJV
Let them be confounded and consumed that are adversaries to my soul; let them be covered with reproach and dishonor that seek my hurt.
CPDV
May they be confounded, and may they fail, who drag down my soul. Let them be covered with confusion and shame, who seek evils for me.
ERV
Let them be ashamed and consumed that are adversaries to my soul; let them be covered with reproach and dishonour that seek my hurt.
NHEB
Let my accusers be put to shame and consumed. Let them be covered with disgrace and scorn who want to harm me.
SMT
They lying in wait for my soul shall be ashamed; they shall be finished; they seeking my evil shall be covered with reproach and shame.

Commentary for Psalms 71:13

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Psalms 71:13
Summary
Request for divine judgment against adversaries
Event
Prayer for enemy defeat
Estimated Time Period
c. 1000 BC
Category
Prayer