Psalms 140:9

Old Testament Poetry/Hymns ASV (1901)

As for the head of those that compass me about, Let the mischief of their own lips cover them.

Psalms 140:9 — American Standard Version

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Context — Psalms 140

American Standard Version (1901) — public domain. Click any verse for its study page.

6I said unto Jehovah, Thou art my God: Give ear unto the voice of my supplications, O Jehovah.

7O Jehovah the Lord, the strength of my salvation, Thou hast covered my head in the day of battle.

8Grant not, O Jehovah, the desires of the wicked; Further not his evil device, [lest] they exalt themselves. Selah

9As for the head of those that compass me about, Let the mischief of their own lips cover them.

10Let burning coals fall upon them: Let them be cast into the fire, Into deep pits, whence they shall not rise.

11An evil speaker shall not be established in the earth: Evil shall hunt the violent man to overthrow him.

12I know that Jehovah will maintain the cause of the afflicted, And justice for the needy.

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