Psalms 140:4

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They sharpen their tongues like serpents; the venom of vipers is under their lips. Selah.

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Referenced Verses

  • Ps 71:4 : 4 My God, rescue me from the hand of the wicked, from the grasp of the unjust and the oppressor.
  • Prov 18:5 : 5 It is not good to show partiality to the wicked or to subvert the justice of the righteous.
  • Ps 17:8-9 : 8 Protect me as you would the pupil of your eye; hide me in the shadow of your wings. 9 Protect me from the wicked who attack me, from my life’s enemies who surround me.
  • Ps 36:11 : 11 Extend your steadfast love to those who know you, and your righteousness to the upright in heart.
  • Ps 37:32-40 : 32 The wicked person lies in wait for the righteous and seeks to kill him. 33 The LORD will not leave him in the hands of the wicked or condemn him when he is judged. 34 Wait for the LORD and keep His way, and He will exalt you to inherit the land. When the wicked are destroyed, you will see it. 35 I have seen a wicked, ruthless man flourishing like a luxuriant native tree. 36 Yet he passed away and was no more; though I searched for him, he could not be found. 37 Observe the blameless and consider the upright, for there is a future for the person of peace. 38 But the transgressors will all be destroyed; the future of the wicked will be cut off. 39 The salvation of the righteous comes from the LORD; He is their stronghold in times of trouble. 40 The LORD helps and delivers them; He delivers them from the wicked and saves them because they take refuge in Him.
  • Ps 55:1-3 : 1 To the chief musician, accompanied by stringed instruments, a contemplative psalm of David. 2 Listen to my prayer, O God, and do not ignore my plea for mercy. 3 Pay attention to me and answer me. My thoughts are restless, and I am distraught.
  • Ps 17:5 : 5 Hold steady my steps in your paths so that my feet do not slip.

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