Let them be ashamed and confounded that seek after my soul: let them be turned backward, and put to confusion, that desire my hurt.
Let those who are trying to destroy my life be ashamed and embarrassed. Let those who want to harm me be turned away and confused.
The writer is asking God to protect him by causing his enemies who want to hurt him to be defeated and humiliated.
📚 Historical Context
Psalm 70 is a short prayer attributed to King David, likely written during a period of personal danger when he faced enemies seeking to harm him, as seen in his life of conflict with rivals like Saul or foreign nations. In the broader biblical narrative, such psalms reflect the struggles of God's people under threat, emphasizing reliance on divine protection rather than human strength. This verse specifically captures David's urgent plea for God to intervene and disrupt the plans of his pursuers.
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