They compassed me about also with words of hatred; and fought against me without a cause.
They surrounded me with hateful words and attacked me for no reason at all.
The writer is describing how enemies have encircled him with cruel speech and hostile actions, even though he did nothing to deserve it.
📚 Historical Context
Psalms 109 is a lament psalm attributed to King David, likely written during a period of intense personal persecution, such as when he faced enemies like Saul or Absalom who sought to undermine his rule. In this verse, David expresses his anguish at being surrounded by accusers who used hateful words against him without any legitimate reason, reflecting the common experiences of betrayal and injustice faced by leaders in ancient Israel. This psalm fits into the broader biblical narrative of the righteous enduring opposition from the wicked, as seen throughout the Psalms.
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