Give them according to their deeds, and according to the wickedness of their endeavours: give them after the work of their hands; render to them their desert.
Give them what they deserve for their actions and for the evil they have planned. Pay them back according to what they have done with their own hands; give them exactly what they have earned.
The writer is asking God to give people the consequences they deserve for their evil actions and plans.
📚 Historical Context
This psalm is attributed to David, who faced many enemies throughout his life as both a shepherd and king of Israel. In ancient Hebrew culture, there was a strong belief in divine justice - that God would ultimately make things right by rewarding good and punishing evil. David wrote this during a time when he was surrounded by people plotting against him and needed God's protection.
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