I behaved myself as though he had been my friend or brother: I bowed down heavily, as one that mourneth for his mother.
I acted as if he were my close friend or my own brother. I was deeply sorrowful, like someone grieving the loss of their mother.
The writer is describing how he treated his enemies with genuine love and mourned for them as if they were family members.
📚 Historical Context
Psalm 35 is a lament attributed to King David, written during a time of intense persecution and betrayal, likely from enemies who once pretended to be allies. In this verse, David reflects on his past actions of showing deep kindness and mourning to those who later turned against him, treating them as a close friend or family member in a culture where such loyalty was highly valued. This highlights the personal and emotional struggles David faced in ancient Israel, where betrayal often came from within one's own circle.
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