Psalms 109:2
Psalms 109:2 in Multiple Translations
For wicked and deceitful mouths open against me; they speak against me with lying tongues.
For the mouth of the wicked and the mouth of the deceitful are opened against me: they have spoken against me with a lying tongue.
For the mouth of the wicked and the mouth of deceit have they opened against me: They have spoken unto me with a lying tongue.
For the mouth of the sinner is open against me in deceit: his tongue has said false things against me.
because wicked and deceitful people are attacking me, telling lies about me.
For the mouth of the wicked, and the mouth full of deceite are opened vpon me: they haue spoken to me with a lying tongue.
For the mouth of wickedness, and the mouth of deceit, Against me they have opened, They have spoken with me — A tongue of falsehood, and words of hatred!
for they have opened the mouth of the wicked and the mouth of deceit against me. They have spoken to me with a lying tongue.
For the mouth of the wicked and the mouth of the deceitful are opened against me: they have spoken against me with a lying tongue.
The Lord will send forth the sceptre of thy power out of Sion: rule thou in the midst of thy enemies.
because wicked people slander me and tell [MTY] lies about me.
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Psalms 109:2 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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כִּ֤י
פִ֪י
רָשָׁ֡ע
וּֽ/פִי
מִ֭רְמָה
עָלַ֣/י
פָּתָ֑חוּ
דִּבְּר֥וּ
אִ֝תִּ֗/י
לְשׁ֣וֹן
שָֽׁקֶר
כִּ֤י
kîy
H3588
for
Conj
פִ֪י
peh
H6310
lip
N-ms
רָשָׁ֡ע
râshâʻ
H7563
wicked
Adj
וּֽ/פִי
peh
H6310
lip
Conj | N-ms
מִ֭רְמָה
mirmâh
H4820
deceit
N-fs
עָלַ֣/י
ʻal
H5921
upon
Prep | Suff
פָּתָ֑חוּ
pâthach
H6605
to open
V-Qal-Perf-3cp
דִּבְּר֥וּ
dâbar
H1696
to speak
V-Piel-Perf-3cp
אִ֝תִּ֗/י
ʼêth
H854
with
Prep | Suff
לְשׁ֣וֹן
lâshôwn
H3956
tongue
N-cs
שָֽׁקֶר
sheqer
H8267
deception
N-ms
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Hebrew Word Reference — Psalms 109:2
כִּ֤י
kîy
H3588
"for"
Conj
A conjunction used to show cause or connection, as in Genesis 2:23 where Adam says the woman is bone of his bone because she was taken out of him. It is often translated as 'for', 'because', or 'since'.
Definition: 1) that, for, because, when, as though, as, because that, but, then, certainly, except, surely, since 1a) that 1a1) yea, indeed 1b) when (of time) 1b1) when, if, though (with a concessive force) 1c) because, since (causal connection) 1d) but (after negative) 1e) that if, for if, indeed if, for though, but if 1f) but rather, but 1g) except that 1h) only, nevertheless 1i) surely 1j) that is 1k) but if 1l) for though 1m) forasmuch as, for therefore
Usage: Occurs in 3910 OT verses. KJV: and, + (forasmuch, inasmuch, where-) as, assured(-ly), + but, certainly, doubtless, + else, even, + except, for, how, (because, in, so, than) that, + nevertheless, now, rightly, seeing, since, surely, then, therefore, + (al-) though, + till, truly, + until, when, whether, while, whom, yea, yet. See also: Genesis 1:4; Genesis 26:16; Genesis 42:15.
פִ֪י
peh
H6310
"lip"
N-ms
In the Bible, this Hebrew word refers to the mouth, lips, or edge of something, and can also mean a portion or side of something. It is often used to describe speech or the act of speaking. This word appears in various forms, such as mouth, lip, or edge.
Definition: : lip/mouth peh 1) mouth 1a) mouth (of man) 1b) mouth (as organ of speech) 1c) mouth (of animals) 1d) mouth, opening, orifice (of a well, river, etc) 1e) extremity, end pim 2) a weight equal to one third of a shekel, occurs only in 1Sa 13:21
Usage: Occurs in 460 OT verses. KJV: accord(-ing as, -ing to), after, appointment, assent, collar, command(-ment), [idiom] eat, edge, end, entry, [phrase] file, hole, [idiom] in, mind, mouth, part, portion, [idiom] (should) say(-ing), sentence, skirt, sound, speech, [idiom] spoken, talk, tenor, [idiom] to, [phrase] two-edged, wish, word. See also: Genesis 4:11; Deuteronomy 21:17; Ezra 9:11.
רָשָׁ֡ע
râshâʻ
H7563
"wicked"
Adj
This word describes someone who is morally wrong, a bad person who is guilty of crime or sin against God or others. It is used to describe the wicked in biblical stories, such as in the book of Genesis.
Definition: 1) wicked, criminal 1a) guilty one, one guilty of crime (subst) 1b) wicked (hostile to God) 1c) wicked, guilty of sin (against God or man)
Usage: Occurs in 248 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] condemned, guilty, ungodly, wicked (man), that did wrong. See also: Genesis 18:23; Psalms 101:8; Psalms 1:1.
וּֽ/פִי
peh
H6310
"lip"
Conj | N-ms
In the Bible, this Hebrew word refers to the mouth, lips, or edge of something, and can also mean a portion or side of something. It is often used to describe speech or the act of speaking. This word appears in various forms, such as mouth, lip, or edge.
Definition: : lip/mouth peh 1) mouth 1a) mouth (of man) 1b) mouth (as organ of speech) 1c) mouth (of animals) 1d) mouth, opening, orifice (of a well, river, etc) 1e) extremity, end pim 2) a weight equal to one third of a shekel, occurs only in 1Sa 13:21
Usage: Occurs in 460 OT verses. KJV: accord(-ing as, -ing to), after, appointment, assent, collar, command(-ment), [idiom] eat, edge, end, entry, [phrase] file, hole, [idiom] in, mind, mouth, part, portion, [idiom] (should) say(-ing), sentence, skirt, sound, speech, [idiom] spoken, talk, tenor, [idiom] to, [phrase] two-edged, wish, word. See also: Genesis 4:11; Deuteronomy 21:17; Ezra 9:11.
מִ֭רְמָה
mirmâh
H4820
"deceit"
N-fs
This Hebrew word means deceit or cheating, like when someone tricks or lies to another person. It appears in stories about dishonest people, like in Jeremiah 8:10, where the prophet talks about the deceit of the Israelites. The word is often translated as 'deceit' or 'craft' in English Bibles.
Definition: deceit, treachery
Usage: Occurs in 38 OT verses. KJV: craft, deceit(-ful, -fully), false, feigned, guile, subtilly, treachery. See also: Genesis 27:35; Proverbs 11:1; Psalms 5:7.
עָלַ֣/י
ʻal
H5921
"upon"
Prep | Suff
This Hebrew word means on or above something, like a physical object or a situation. It can also imply a sense of responsibility or accountability, as in being on behalf of someone.
Definition: prep 1) upon, on the ground of, according to, on account of, on behalf of, concerning, beside, in addition to, together with, beyond, above, over, by, on to, towards, to, against 1a) upon, on the ground of, on the basis of, on account of, because of, therefore, on behalf of, for the sake of, for, with, in spite of, notwithstanding, concerning, in the matter of, as regards 1b) above, beyond, over (of excess) 1c) above, over (of elevation or pre-eminence) 1d) upon, to, over to, unto, in addition to, together with, with (of addition) 1e) over (of suspension or extension) 1f) by, adjoining, next, at, over, around (of contiguity or proximity) 1g) down upon, upon, on, from, up upon, up to, towards, over towards, to, against (with verbs of motion) 1h) to (as a dative)
Usage: Occurs in 4493 OT verses. KJV: above, according to(-ly), after, (as) against, among, and, [idiom] as, at, because of, beside (the rest of), between, beyond the time, [idiom] both and, by (reason of), [idiom] had the charge of, concerning for, in (that), (forth, out) of, (from) (off), (up-) on, over, than, through(-out), to, touching, [idiom] with. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 24:13; Genesis 41:33.
פָּתָ֑חוּ
pâthach
H6605
"to open"
V-Qal-Perf-3cp
This verb means to engrave or carve, and is used in Exodus to describe the intricate carvings on the furniture of the tabernacle.
Definition: 1) to open 1a) (Qal) to open 1b) (Niphal) to be opened, be let loose, be thrown open 1c) (Piel) 1c1) to free 1c2) to loosen 1c3) to open, open oneself 1d) (Hithpael) to loose oneself Aramaic equivalent: pe.tach (פְּתַח "to open" H6606)
Usage: Occurs in 133 OT verses. KJV: appear, break forth, draw (out), let go free, (en-) grave(-n), loose (self), (be, be set) open(-ing), put off, ungird, unstop, have vent. See also: Genesis 7:11; Psalms 39:10; Psalms 5:10.
דִּבְּר֥וּ
dâbar
H1696
"to speak"
V-Piel-Perf-3cp
To speak or communicate, like God speaking to Moses in Exodus or a king commanding his people. It can also mean to promise or warn someone.
Definition: : speak/tell/command 1) to speak, declare, converse, command, promise, warn, threaten, sing 1a) (Qal) to speak 1b) (Niphal) to speak with one another, talk 1c) (Piel) 1c1) to speak 1c2) to promise 1d) (Pual) to be spoken 1e) (Hithpael) to speak 1f) (Hiphil) to lead away, put to flight
Usage: Occurs in 1049 OT verses. KJV: answer, appoint, bid, command, commune, declare, destroy, give, name, promise, pronounce, rehearse, say, speak, be spokesman, subdue, talk, teach, tell, think, use (entreaties), utter, [idiom] well, [idiom] work. See also: Genesis 8:15; Exodus 12:25; Leviticus 23:9.
אִ֝תִּ֗/י
ʼêth
H854
"with"
Prep | Suff
This Hebrew preposition means 'with' or 'near', indicating a close relationship or physical proximity. It's used in Genesis 1:26 to describe God's relationship with humanity, and in many other places to show connection or closeness.
Definition: 1) with, near, together with 1a) with, together with 1b) with (of relationship) 1c) near (of place) 1d) with (poss.) 1e) from...with, from (with other prep)
Usage: Occurs in 787 OT verses. KJV: against, among, before, by, for, from, in(-to), (out) of, with. Often with another prepositional prefix. See also: Genesis 4:1; Genesis 42:32; Numbers 1:5.
לְשׁ֣וֹן
lâshôwn
H3956
"tongue"
N-cs
The tongue, used for eating, speaking, or describing a language. In the Bible, it appears in many books, including Genesis 11:1 and Acts 2:4.
Definition: : tongue/words 1) tongue 1a) tongue (of men) 1a1) tongue (literal) 1a2) tongue (organ of speech) 1b) language 1c) tongue (of animals) 1d) tongue (of fire) 1e) wedge, bay of sea (tongue-shaped)
Usage: Occurs in 115 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] babbler, bay, [phrase] evil speaker, language, talker, tongue, wedge. See also: Genesis 10:5; Psalms 126:2; Psalms 5:10.
שָֽׁקֶר
sheqer
H8267
"deception"
N-ms
This word refers to deception or falsehood, often implying a sense of betrayal or disappointment. It's used in the Bible to describe lies, false testimony, or deceitful behavior, like in Psalm 116:11, where the psalmist says all men are liars.
Definition: 1) lie, deception, disappointment, falsehood 1a) deception (what deceives or disappoints or betrays one) 1b) deceit, fraud, wrong 1b1) fraudulently, wrongfully (as adverb) 1c) falsehood (injurious in testimony) 1c1) testify falsehood, false oath, swear falsely 1d) falsity (of false or self-deceived prophets) 1e) lie, falsehood (in general) 1e1) false tongue 1f) in vain
Usage: Occurs in 109 OT verses. KJV: without a cause, deceit(-ful), false(-hood, -ly), feignedly, liar, [phrase] lie, lying, vain (thing), wrongfully. See also: Exodus 5:9; Proverbs 25:18; Psalms 7:15.
Study Notes — Psalms 109:2
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- Context
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- Psalms 109:2 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Psalms 109:2
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 109:2
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 109:2
- Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 109:2
- Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 109:2
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 109:2
- Cambridge Bible on Psalms 109:2
- Barnes' Notes on Psalms 109:2
- Sermons on Psalms 109:2
Context — The Song of the Slandered
1O God of my praise, be not silent.
2For wicked and deceitful mouths open against me; they speak against me with lying tongues.
3They surround me with hateful words and attack me without cause. 4In return for my love they accuse me, but I am a man of prayer.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Psalms 52:4 | You love every word that devours, O deceitful tongue. |
| 2 | Proverbs 6:17 | haughty eyes, a lying tongue, hands that shed innocent blood, |
| 3 | Acts 6:13 | where they presented false witnesses who said, “This man never stops speaking against this holy place and against the law. |
| 4 | Jeremiah 9:5 | Each one betrays his friend; no one tells the truth. They have taught their tongues to lie; they wear themselves out committing iniquity. |
| 5 | Psalms 31:18 | May lying lips be silenced— lips that speak with arrogance against the righteous, full of pride and contempt. |
| 6 | Proverbs 12:19 | Truthful lips endure forever, but a lying tongue lasts only a moment. |
| 7 | 2 Samuel 17:1 | Furthermore, Ahithophel said to Absalom, “Let me choose twelve thousand men and set out tonight in pursuit of David. |
| 8 | Psalms 120:2–3 | Deliver my soul, O LORD, from lying lips and a deceitful tongue. What will He do to you, and what will be added to you, O deceitful tongue? |
| 9 | Psalms 31:13 | For I hear the slander of many; there is terror on every side. They conspire against me and plot to take my life. |
| 10 | Jeremiah 9:3 | “They bend their tongues like bows; lies prevail over truth in the land. For they proceed from evil to evil, and they do not take Me into account,” declares the LORD. |
Psalms 109:2 Summary
In Psalms 109:2, the psalmist is describing a very difficult situation where people are saying mean and false things about him. This can be a really hurtful and scary experience, but the psalmist is turning to God for help and comfort, just like we can when we face similar situations (Psalms 34:17-18, Matthew 5:11). We can learn from the psalmist's example to trust in God's love and care for us, even when others are being unkind or dishonest. By trusting in God and speaking truth and kindness, we can overcome the hurtful words of others and find peace in His presence (Philippians 4:7, 1 Peter 3:10).
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of people is the psalmist describing in Psalms 109:2?
The psalmist is describing people who are wicked and deceitful, speaking lies and hateful words against him, as seen in Psalms 109:2, similar to the enemies described in Psalms 38:12 and Jeremiah 20:10.
Why do the wicked speak against the psalmist with lying tongues?
The Bible does not specify the exact reason in this verse, but it can be inferred that the enemies of the psalmist are motivated by hatred and a desire to harm him, as seen in Psalms 109:3 and John 15:25, where it is written that the world will hate those who follow God.
How can I apply Psalms 109:2 to my own life when facing false accusations?
When facing false accusations, we can follow the example of the psalmist and turn to God in prayer, as seen in Psalms 109:4, and trust in His sovereignty and justice, as described in Romans 8:28 and Proverbs 24:23-25.
What is the significance of the phrase 'wicked and deceitful mouths' in Psalms 109:2?
The phrase 'wicked and deceitful mouths' highlights the destructive power of words and the importance of speaking truth and kindness, as emphasized in Ephesians 4:29 and James 1:26, where it is written that the tongue can be a source of great harm or great blessing.
Reflection Questions
- How do I respond when faced with false accusations or hurtful words, and what can I learn from the psalmist's example in Psalms 109:2?
- In what ways can I use my words to build up and encourage others, rather than tearing them down with 'lying tongues'?
- What are some ways that I can cultivate a heart of prayer and trust in God's sovereignty, even in the face of adversity and false accusations?
- How can I discern when someone is speaking truth or lies, and what role does discernment play in my relationships with others?
Gill's Exposition on Psalms 109:2
For the mouth of the wicked and the mouth of the deceitful are opened against me,.... Or "of deceit" (x) itself; most wicked and very deceitful men, who sometimes flattered and pretended friendship,
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 109:2
For the mouth of the wicked and the mouth of the deceitful are opened against me: they have spoken against me with a lying tongue. For the mouth of the wicked and the mouth of the deceitful are opened against me.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 109:2
Of the deceitful; of those who add hypocrisy and perfidiousness to their malice. Are opened; they speak freely, boldly, and publicly, without any fear or shame. Against me; or, to or with me, as this particle commonly signifies. With a lying tongue; either, 1. With calumnies, or false and malicious reports. Or, 2. With deep dissimulation and professions of friendship and kindness.
Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 109:2
Psalms 109:2 For the mouth of the wicked and the mouth of the deceitful are opened against me: they have spoken against me with a lying tongue.Ver. 2. For the mouth of the wicked] There is nothing more easy than to wag a wicked tongue. They have spoken against me with a lying tongue] But with so much impudence as if it were a very truth. Socrates in his Apology, My lords, said he to the judges, I know not how you have been affected with mine accusers’ eloquence, while you heard them speak. For mine own part, I assure you that I, whom it toucheth not, was almost drawn to believe that all they said, though against myself, was true, when they scarce uttered one word of truth.
Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 109:2
(2) Of the deceitful.—Properly, as in margin, of deceit; consequently, to make the two expressions alike, it is proposed to read, instead of “mouth of the wicked” (properly, of a wicked man), “mouth of wickedness.” In any case the best English equivalent will be, “a wicked mouth and a deceitful mouth.” “A blow with a word strikes deeper than a blow with a sword” (Whichcote).Spoken against me.—Rather (comp. Psalms 12:3), talked with me.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 109:2
Verse 2. The mouth of the wicked and - the deceitful are opened against me] Many persons are continually uttering calumnies against me. Thou knowest my heart and its innocence; vindicate my uprightness against these calumniators.
Cambridge Bible on Psalms 109:2
2. For a wicked man’s mouth, yea a mouth of deceit, have they opened against me: They have spoken with me with a tongue of falsehood. It would be easy to smooth the style of the first line by reading ‘a mouth of wickedness’ for ‘a wicked man’s mouth’; it is only a question of vowel points in the Heb.: but the Versions support the reading of the Massoretic text, and it points at once to the leader of the gang, who has been set on by his fellows to compass the Psalmist’s ruin. The phrase they have spoken with me (R.V. to me, marg. against me) seems to be used in a forensic sense as in Psalms 127:5. His enemies—there is no need to explain to God who are meant by ‘they’—are scheming to effect his ruin by groundless charges supported by false witness. The word for falsehood is that used in Exodus 20:16, and frequently in Proverbs (Proverbs 6:19, &c.) of false witness.
Barnes' Notes on Psalms 109:2
For the mouth of the wicked and the mouth of the deceitful - literally, “The mouth of wickedness, and the mouth of deceit.” This acquaints us with the nature of the wrong which had been done him.
Sermons on Psalms 109:2
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(Through the Bible) Acts 7-8 by Chuck Smith | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the pattern of Moses' life divided into three forty-year periods. The first period was spent in the schools of Egypt, where Moses became somet |
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Day 35, Acts 7 by David Servant | David Servant delves into the significance of Stephen's lengthy defense, explaining that it was not merely a history lesson but a convicting sermon highlighting the rejection of Go |
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The Biblical Theology of the Tongue by Mack Tomlinson | This sermon delves into the biblical theology of the tongue, emphasizing the power of words to either speak truth or error, highlighting the struggle with words that we all face. I |
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The Witness of Truth by Carter Conlon | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of being people of truth and living a sincere and authentic life. He shares a personal story about his daughter's mission work |
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Truth Established by C.H. Spurgeon | C.H. Spurgeon emphasizes the enduring nature of truth as expressed in Proverbs 12:19, contrasting it with the fleeting nature of falsehood. He encourages believers to remain steadf |
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Walking in Truth by A.W. Tozer | A.W. Tozer emphasizes the necessity of walking in truth, arguing that compromising with error to escape the burdens of righteousness is not an option for true followers of Christ. |
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The Heart Wounded by John MacDuff | John MacDuff preaches on the deep longing of the soul for God, drawing parallels to a wounded deer seeking water in its distress. He discusses the various arrows that wound our spi |