But in mine adversity they rejoiced, and gathered themselves together: yea, the abjects gathered themselves together against me, and I knew it not; they did tear me, and ceased not:
But when I was in trouble, they celebrated and came together against me. Yes, even the lowest people gathered to attack me when I wasn't aware of it. They tore at me with their words and wouldn't stop.
The writer is describing how people he thought were friends turned against him during his time of trouble, attacking him when he was vulnerable.
📚 Historical Context
This psalm is attributed to David, likely written during a time when he faced enemies who had once been allies or at least neutral toward him. In ancient Israel, public reputation and honor were crucial, so being attacked by a group when vulnerable was especially devastating. The term 'abjects' refers to people of low social standing who would join in mocking someone who had fallen from favor.
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