KJV ORIGINAL
Let all mine enemies be ashamed and sore vexed: let them return and be ashamed suddenly.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
Let all my enemies be put to shame and deeply troubled. Let them turn away and be suddenly ashamed.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
The writer is asking God to cause his enemies to feel shame and distress, and to turn them back in sudden defeat.
📚 Historical Context
This psalm is attributed to David during a time of intense personal crisis, possibly illness or enemy attacks. In ancient Hebrew culture, shame was considered one of the worst fates that could befall someone, as honor and reputation were central to social standing. David is expressing confidence that God will vindicate him by causing his opponents to experience the shame they tried to bring upon him.
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