For they speak not peace: but they devise deceitful matters against them that are quiet in the land.
They don't speak words of peace, but instead they make up lies and schemes against those who live quietly and peacefully in the land.
The writer is describing how wicked people create trouble and spread lies against innocent, peaceful citizens who just want to live quietly.
📚 Historical Context
Psalm 35 is a lament psalm attributed to David, where he passionately appeals to God for deliverance from his adversaries who are unjustly attacking him. In this verse, David highlights how these enemies refuse to pursue peace and instead plot deceptive schemes against those who live quietly and innocently. This reflects the real-life conflicts David experienced, such as his persecution by King Saul, as recorded in the books of Samuel.
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