KJV ORIGINAL
Thy tongue deviseth mischiefs; like a sharp razor, working deceitfully.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
Your tongue plans harmful things; it's like a sharp razor that cuts with lies and deception.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
The writer is confronting someone whose words are like a deadly weapon, designed to hurt others through lies and deceit.
📚 Historical Context
This psalm was written by David, likely in response to Doeg the Edomite, who betrayed David to King Saul and caused the massacre of 85 priests at Nob. Doeg's false report led to the destruction of an entire priestly community, showing how destructive words can literally lead to death and devastation.
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