Psalms 55 — parallel

55:1

For the end, concerning the people that were removed from the sanctuary, by David for a memorial, when the Philistines caught him in Geth.

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55:2

Have mercy upon me, O God; for man has trodden me down; all the day long he warring has afflicted me.

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55:3

Mine enemies have trodden me down all the day from the dawning of the day; for there are many warring against me.

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55:4

They shall be afraid, but I will trust in thee.

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55:5

In God I will praise my words; all the day have I hoped in God; I will not fear what flesh shall do to me.

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55:6

All the day long they have abominated my words; all their devices [are] against me for evil.

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55:7

They will dwell near and hide [themselves]; they will watch my steps, accordingly as I have waited patiently in my soul.

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55:8

Thou wilt on no account save them; thou wilt bring down the people in wrath.

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55:9

O God, I have declared my life to thee; thou hast set my tears before thee, even according to thy promise.

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