Psalms 141:5

Old Testament Poetry/Hymns ASV (1901)

Let the righteous smite me, [it shall be] a kindness; And let him reprove me, [it shall be as] oil upon the head; Let not my head refuse it: For even in their wickedness shall my prayer continue.

Psalms 141:5 — American Standard Version

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Context — Psalms 141

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

2Let my prayer be set forth as incense before thee; The lifting up of my hands as the evening sacrifice.

3Set a watch, O Jehovah, before my mouth; Keep the door of my lips.

4Incline not my heart to any evil thing, To practise deeds of wickedness With men that work iniquity: And let me not eat of their dainties.

5Let the righteous smite me, [it shall be] a kindness; And let him reprove me, [it shall be as] oil upon the head; Let not my head refuse it: For even in their wickedness shall my prayer continue.

6Their judges are thrown down by the sides of the rock; And they shall hear my words; for they are sweet.

7As when one ploweth and cleaveth the earth, Our bones are scattered at the mouth of Sheol.

8For mine eyes are unto thee, O Jehovah the Lord: In thee do I take refuge; leave not my soul destitute.

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