And they have rewarded me evil for good, and hatred for my love.
They have paid me back with evil when I did good to them, and they hate me even though I loved them.
The writer is expressing the deep pain of being treated badly by people he was kind to and loved.
📚 Historical Context
In the Book of Psalms, this verse comes from Psalm 109, which is attributed to King David and is part of a larger collection of songs used by the Israelites for worship and lament. David is likely expressing his personal experiences of betrayal, such as when enemies like Saul or Absalom turned against him despite his loyalty and kindness. This psalm reflects the cultural context of ancient Israel, where such laments were common ways to cry out to God for justice amid personal suffering.
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