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Psalms 140:5 Cross-References
Explore 19 cross-references for Psalms 140:5 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Psalms chapter 140 verse 5 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“The proud have hid a snare for me, and cords; they have spread a net by the wayside ; they have set gins for me. Selah.”
Psalms 140:5 (KJV)
Commentary on Psalms 140:5
"Grant not, O LORD, the desires of the wicked: further not his wicked device; lest they exalt themselves." The petition al titen YHWH ma'awayei rasha (do not grant, O LORD, the desires of the wicked) asks God to frustrate evil intentions. Ma'awah (desire/craving) indicates what the wicked long for. Zemamo al taphek (his scheme do not promote/accomplish). Zimmah (device/scheme/plan) means plot or evil design; puq (bring forth/accomplish) means to grant success. Yarumu selah (lest they exalt themselves). Rum (be high/exalted) indicates pride; selah marks pause for reflection. The plea: don't all...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Psalms 140:5
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“For without cause have they hid for me their net in a pit”
“you knew my path. In the way in which I walk”
“when you shall bring a troop suddenly on them; for they have dug a pit to take me”
“Yahweh”
“They have prepared a net for my steps; my soul is bowed down: they have digged a pit before me”
“to turn away your wrath from them.”
“and sent out spies”
“contrary to your law.”
“The gin shall take him by the heel”
“the scribes and the Pharisees began to be terribly angry”