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Psalms 69:12 Cross-References
Explore 13 cross-references for Psalms 69:12 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Psalms chapter 69 verse 12 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“They that sit in the gate speak against me; and I was the song of the drunkards . drunkards: Heb. drinkers of strong drink”
Psalms 69:12 (KJV)
Commentary on Psalms 69:12
They that sit in the gate speak against me; and I was the song of the drunkards. This verse depicts mockery spanning the entire social spectrum. "They that sit in the gate" (יֹשְׁבֵי שַׁעַר/yoshvei sha'ar) refers to city elders, judges, and leaders who conducted business and rendered judgments at the city gate—the center of civic life and authority (Ruth 4:1-11, Proverbs 31:23). These respectable, powerful figures gossip and slander David, using their positions to spread contempt."The song of the drunkards" (נְגִינוֹת שׁוֹתֵי שֵׁכָר/neginot shotei shekhar) places David at the opposite end of s...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Psalms 69:12
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“they rejoiced”
“he answered nothing.”
“and the rulers take council together”
“which was the day after the Preparation Day”
“and destroy Jesus.”
“saying”
“with the scribes”
“and weaving a crown of thorns”
“while he tasted the wine”
“and you and your lords”