Psa 109:21-25 | TNotes | STEP | Summary for Ps 109:21-25: 109:21-25 Vulnerable and miserable, the psalmist appeals to his Lord for help. The accusations have killed his inner spirit and even his physical stamina. 109:21 The Lord’s reputation is at stake. If the wicked triumph, others could think that the Lord is also wicked and be drawn to that wickedness (1:1 ).

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‏ Psalms 109:21-25

Summary for Ps 109:21-25: 109:21-25 ^a Vulnerable and miserable, the psalmist appeals to his Lord for help. The accusations have killed his inner spirit and even his physical stamina. 109:21 ^b The Lord’s reputation is at stake. If the wicked triumph, others could think that the Lord is also wicked and be drawn to that wickedness (1:1 ^c).
109:23 ^d A shadow at dusk suggests a transitory, empty existence (102:11 ^e; 144:4 ^f); a single locust could easily be brushed off one’s clothing.