Psalms58
English Standard Version
1To the : to Do Not . A of . Do you what is , you ? Do you the of ?
2 , in your you ; your on .
3The are the ; they , .
4They have the of a , like the that its ,
5so it does the of or the .
6O , the in their ; the of the , O Lord!
7Let them like that ; when he his , let them be .
8Let them be like the that into , like the who the .
9 than your the heat of , or , may he sweep them !
10The will he the ; he will his in the of the .
11 will , there is a for the ; there a who on .
Cross References
Psalms 58Direct parallel addressing corrupt rulers, judges, and assemblies who fail to execute justice.
Supported by Matthew Poole, John Calvin, JFB
Strong theological link establishing innate human depravity and wickedness originating from the womb.
Supported by Matthew Henry, Matthew Poole, John Calvin
Compares the slanderous and malicious speech of the wicked to the deadly poison of serpents.
Supported by Matthew Poole, John Calvin
Biblical echo of charming serpents, illustrating those who stubbornly refuse to listen to counsel.
Supported by Matthew Poole
Prophetic parallel of uncharmable serpents sent in judgment, matching the stubborn deaf adder.
Supported by Matthew Poole
Parallel imagery of breaking the teeth of fierce, oppressive young lions.
Supported by Matthew Poole
Graphic parallel of walking in or dipping feet in the blood of defeated enemies.
Supported by JFB
Identical imagery of an untimely birth or miscarriage that never sees the light.
Supported by John Calvin
Utilizes the specific domestic metaphor of burning thorns under a pot to depict rapid destruction.
Supported by JFB
Moses' prohibition of charmers, clarifying the lexical root and practice referenced by David.
Supported by Matthew Poole
Thematic connection of God breaking the teeth of the ungodly to disarm their power.
Supported by JFB
Parallel usage of preparing bows and shooting sharp, bitter words like arrows.
Supported by JFB
Thematic connection of the righteous rejoicing in God's vindication and deliverance from enemies.
Supported by JFB
Proclaims that God is king and will judge the earth in righteousness.
Supported by JFB
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