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Psalms 143:12 Cross-References

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And of thy mercy cut off mine enemies, and destroy all them that afflict my soul: for I am thy servant.

Psalms 143:12 (KJV)

Commentary on Psalms 143:12

And of thy mercy cut off mine enemies, and destroy all them that afflict my soul: for I am thy servant. Psalm 143 concludes with imprecatory petition—prayer for God's judgment on enemies. Modern readers often find such prayers troubling, but they reflect honest faith that brings injustice to the righteous Judge rather than taking personal vengeance. David's final appeal rests on servant relationship: because he belongs to God, God has obligation to defend him."And of thy mercy" (וּבְחַסְדְּךָ/uvchasdekha) remarkably grounds request for judgment in God's covenant love. Chesed means lovingkindne...

Source: KJV Study Commentary

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