“Deliver me, O LORD, from the evil man: Preserve me from the violent man; Which imagine mischiefs in their heart; Continually are they gathered together for war. They have sharpened their tongues like a serpent; Adders' poison is under their lips. Selah…”
{Psalm 140:1-3 KJV}
This passage of scripture from The–Holy–Bible is a prayer attributed to King David, seeking ~GOD’s~ divine protection from his enemies…
Verse Breakdown:
👑 “Deliver me, O LORD, from the evil man: Preserve me from the violent man”
David pleads for ~GOD’s~ deliverance and protection from individuals characterized as “evil” and “violent”. These are people who actively harm others through deceit, malice, and/or physical aggression. The plea reflects his total reliance upon ~GOD~ as the ultimate source of safety and justice for himself and the nation of Israel…
👑 “Which imagine mischiefs in their heart”
The enemies are described as scheming, with their hearts full of malicious intentions. The word “mischiefs” implies evil plans or harmful schemes. This indicates that their actions stem from a deliberate, internal disposition toward wrongdoing…
👑 “Continually are they gathered together for war”
These adversaries are [NOT] acting alone or sporadically; they unite together and persistently prepare for conflict. The mention of “war” implies organized hostility aimed at causing massive destruction and physical harm…
👑 “They have sharpened their tongues like a serpent; Adders’ poison is under their lips”
This vivid metaphor compares their words to a serpent’s sharpened fangs, delivering venomous harm. The “adder” [a type of venomous snake] emphasizes the deadly nature of their speech—referring to slander, lies, and destructive words that wound others…
👑 “Selah”
This term, found in The–Holy–Bible, is thought to be a musical or liturgical marker, possibly indicating a pause for reflection or emphasis. It invites the reader to meditate on the weight of what was just expressed…
Context And Meaning:
This passage of scripture is a lament where David seeks ~GOD’s~ intervention against enemies who threaten him with evil intentions, harmful words, and actions. The passage reflects a deep trust in ~GOD~ to provide refuge and justice in the face of human malice. The imagery of serpents and poison underscores the danger of deceitful speech, a common theme in The–Holy–Bible when describing enemies. David’s prayer is both a cry for personal protection and a broader appeal for ~GOD~ to thwart the plans of the wicked…
Application:
This passage of scripture resonates with those who are facing opposition, betrayal, and slander—encouraging reliance upon ~GOD~ and His divine protection and justice. It also highlights the destructive power that words can have and the importance of us guarding our own speech. The “Selah” pause invites All of us to reflect upon ~GOD’s~ ability to deliver us from evil and the reality of mankind’s sinful nature requiring us to accept the [FREE] gift of Pardon provided to us by the finished works of ~JESUS~ Christ of Nazareth on The Cross at Calvary…
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