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Psalms 140:4 Cross-References
Explore 7 cross-references for Psalms 140:4 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Psalms chapter 140 verse 4 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“Keep me, O LORD, from the hands of the wicked; preserve me from the violent man; who have purposed to overthrow my goings.”
Psalms 140:4 (KJV)
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Commentary on Psalms 140:4
Keep me, O LORD, from the hands of the wicked; preserve me from the violent man; who have purposed to overthrow my goings. After describing enemies' evil character and methods (vv. 2-3), David returns to direct petition for divine protection. "Keep me, O LORD" (shomreni YHWH, שָׁמְרֵנִי יְהוָה) uses shamar (שָׁמַר), meaning "to keep, guard, watch, preserve"—active protection against threat. This verb describes watchmen guarding cities (2 Samuel 18:24-27), shepherds guarding flocks (Genesis 30:31), and notably God's covenant keeping (Deuteronomy 7:9). David appeals to God as guardian who doesn'...
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Cross-References for Psalms 140:4
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“Let not the foot of pride come against me”
“my God”
“Hold up my goings in thy paths”
“and seeks to kill him.”
“God. Don't hide yourself from my supplication.”
“nor to deprive the innocent of justice.”