Psalms 109:29
Psalms 109:29 in Multiple Translations
May my accusers be clothed with disgrace; may they wear their shame like a robe.
Let mine adversaries be clothed with shame, and let them cover themselves with their own confusion, as with a mantle.
Let mine adversaries be clothed with dishonor, And let them cover themselves with their own shame as with a robe.
Let my haters be clothed with shame, covering themselves with shame as with a robe.
May those who accuse me be clothed with disgrace; may they cover themselves with a cloak of shame.
Let mine aduersaries be clothed with shame, and let them couer themselues with their confusion, as with a cloke.
Mine accusers put on blushing, and are covered, As an upper robe [is] their shame.
Let my adversaries be clothed with dishonor. Let them cover themselves with their own shame as with a robe.
Let my adversaries be clothed with shame, and let them cover themselves with their own confusion, as with a mantle.
Cause those who accuse me to be completely disgraced; cause other people to see that they are disgraced, as easily as they see the clothes that they wear [SIM]!
Berean Amplified Bible — Psalms 109:29
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Psalms 109:29 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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יִלְבְּשׁ֣וּ
שׂוֹטְנַ֣/י
כְּלִמָּ֑ה
וְ/יַעֲט֖וּ
כַ/מְעִ֣יל
בָּשְׁתָּֽ/ם
יִלְבְּשׁ֣וּ
lâbash
H3847
to clothe
V-Qal-Imperf-3mp
שׂוֹטְנַ֣/י
sâṭan
H7853
to oppose
V-Qal | Suff
כְּלִמָּ֑ה
kᵉlimmâh
H3639
shame
N-fs
וְ/יַעֲט֖וּ
ʻâṭâh
H5844
to enwrap
Conj | V-Qal-Imperf-3mp
כַ/מְעִ֣יל
mᵉʻîyl
H4598
robe
Prep | N-ms
בָּשְׁתָּֽ/ם
bôsheth
H1322
shame
N-fs | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — Psalms 109:29
יִלְבְּשׁ֣וּ
lâbash
H3847
"to clothe"
V-Qal-Imperf-3mp
To clothe means to wrap something around or put on a garment. In the Bible, it can be used literally or figuratively, as in putting on clothes or being clothed with a certain attitude.
Definition: 1) to dress, wear, clothe, put on clothing, be clothed 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to put on clothes, be clothed, wear 1a2) to put on, be clothed with (fig.) 1b) (Pual) to be fully clothed 1c) (Hiphil) to clothe, array with, dress Aramaic equivalent: le.vash (לְבֵשׁ "to clothe" H3848)
Usage: Occurs in 102 OT verses. KJV: (in) apparel, arm, array (self), clothe (self), come upon, put (on, upon), wear. See also: Genesis 3:21; Job 27:17; Psalms 35:26.
שׂוֹטְנַ֣/י
sâṭan
H7853
"to oppose"
V-Qal | Suff
To oppose or act as an adversary is the meaning of this Hebrew word. It is used in the Bible to describe resistance or accusation, often in a legal or spiritual sense.
Definition: (Qal) to be or act as an adversary, resist, oppose
Usage: Occurs in 6 OT verses. KJV: (be an) adversary, resist. See also: Psalms 38:21; Psalms 109:20; Psalms 71:13.
כְּלִמָּ֑ה
kᵉlimmâh
H3639
"shame"
N-fs
This word means shame or disgrace, often referring to feelings of reproach or insult. It appears in various forms throughout the Bible.
Definition: 1) disgrace, reproach, shame, confusion, dishonour, insult, ignominy 1a) insult, reproach 1b) reproach, ignominy
Usage: Occurs in 29 OT verses. KJV: confusion, dishonour, reproach, shame. See also: Job 20:3; Jeremiah 20:11; Psalms 4:3.
וְ/יַעֲט֖וּ
ʻâṭâh
H5844
"to enwrap"
Conj | V-Qal-Imperf-3mp
This verb means to grasp or cover something, like wrapping oneself in a cloak. It is used in Exodus 28:42 to describe the clothing of the priests. It can also mean to turn aside or change direction.
Definition: 1) to cover, enwrap, wrap oneself, envelop oneself 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to wrap, envelop oneself 1a2) to cover (the beard in mourning) 1a3) mourner, one who covers (participle) 1b) (Hiphil) to cover, enwrap, envelop
Usage: Occurs in 15 OT verses. KJV: array self, be clad, (put a) cover (-ing, self), fill, put on, [idiom] surely, turn aside. See also: Leviticus 13:45; Psalms 109:29; Psalms 71:13.
כַ/מְעִ֣יל
mᵉʻîyl
H4598
"robe"
Prep | N-ms
A meil was a robe or outer garment worn by men of rank, including kings and high priests. It was also worn by David's daughters and is mentioned in various KJV translations as a cloak or coat.
Definition: 1) robe 1a) a garment worn over a tunic by men of rank 1b) a long garment worn by David's daughters 1c) a garment of the high priest 1d) (fig.) of attributes
Usage: Occurs in 27 OT verses. KJV: cloke, coat, mantle, robe. See also: Exodus 28:4; 1 Samuel 24:5; Psalms 109:29.
בָּשְׁתָּֽ/ם
bôsheth
H1322
"shame"
N-fs | Suff
The Hebrew word for shame describes a feeling of embarrassment or guilt, and can also refer to something that causes shame. It is used in the Bible to describe feelings of shame or embarrassment, as in Genesis and Psalms.
Definition: 1) shame 1a) shame 1b) shameful thing
Usage: Occurs in 30 OT verses. KJV: ashamed, confusion, [phrase] greatly, (put to) shame(-ful thing). See also: 1 Samuel 20:30; Isaiah 54:4; Psalms 35:26.
Study Notes — Psalms 109:29
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- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Psalms 109:29
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 109:29
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 109:29
- Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 109:29
- Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 109:29
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 109:29
- Cambridge Bible on Psalms 109:29
- Barnes' Notes on Psalms 109:29
- Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 109:29
- Sermons on Psalms 109:29
Context — The Song of the Slandered
27Let them know that this is Your hand, that You, O LORD, have done it.
28Though they curse, You will bless. When they rise up, they will be put to shame, but Your servant will rejoice.
29May my accusers be clothed with disgrace; may they wear their shame like a robe.
30With my mouth I will thank the LORD profusely; I will praise Him in the presence of many. 31For He stands at the right hand of the needy one, to save him from the condemners of his soul.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Psalms 132:18 | I will clothe his enemies with shame, but the crown upon him will gleam.” |
| 2 | Psalms 35:26 | May those who gloat in my distress be ashamed and confounded; may those who exalt themselves over me be clothed in shame and reproach. |
| 3 | Job 8:22 | Your enemies will be clothed in shame, and the tent of the wicked will be no more.” |
| 4 | Jeremiah 20:11 | But the LORD is with me like a fearsome warrior. Therefore, my persecutors will stumble and will not prevail. Since they have not succeeded, they will be utterly put to shame, with an everlasting disgrace that will never be forgotten. |
| 5 | Psalms 6:10 | All my enemies will be ashamed and dismayed; they will turn back in sudden disgrace. |
| 6 | Psalms 109:17–19 | The cursing that he loved, may it fall on him; the blessing in which he refused to delight, may it be far from him. The cursing that he wore like a coat, may it soak into his body like water, and into his bones like oil. May it be like a robe wrapped about him, like a belt tied forever around him. |
| 7 | Daniel 12:2 | And many who sleep in the dust of the earth will awake, some to everlasting life, but others to shame and everlasting contempt. |
| 8 | Psalms 140:9 | May the heads of those who surround me be covered in the trouble their lips have caused. |
| 9 | Micah 7:10 | Then my enemy will see and will be covered with shame— she who said to me, “Where is the LORD your God?” My eyes will see her; at that time she will be trampled like mud in the streets. |
Psalms 109:29 Summary
Psalms 109:29 means that the psalmist is asking God to bring shame and disgrace on those who are falsely accusing him, as a way of vindicating his innocence and bringing justice. This verse shows that God is a God of justice and will ultimately bring shame on those who oppose Him and His people, as seen in Proverbs 3:35. It also reminds us to trust in God's sovereignty and protection, as seen in Psalm 23:4, and to respond to His deliverance with gratitude and praise, as seen in Psalms 109:30-31. By applying these principles, we can learn to trust in God's justice and sovereignty, even in the face of opposition or false accusations.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the meaning of being clothed with disgrace in Psalms 109:29?
Being clothed with disgrace means to be covered in shame and humiliation, as seen in Psalms 109:29, and is a consequence of opposing God and His people, as noted in Psalms 35:26.
Is it right to wish shame on our enemies as stated in Psalms 109:29?
While it may seem counterintuitive to wish shame on others, in the context of Psalms 109:29, the psalmist is asking God to bring justice and vindication, as seen in Psalms 109:27-28, and to protect the innocent from false accusations, as mentioned in Psalm 120:2.
How does God respond to those who curse His people, as seen in Psalms 109:28?
According to Psalms 109:28, God will bless His people despite the curses of their enemies, and the enemies will ultimately be put to shame, illustrating God's sovereignty and protection, as seen in Romans 8:28 and Psalm 23:4.
What is the appropriate response to God's deliverance, as seen in Psalms 109:30-31?
The appropriate response to God's deliverance is to thank and praise Him, as seen in Psalms 109:30-31, and to trust in His presence and power, as noted in Psalm 34:1 and Hebrews 13:15.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways you have seen God bring justice and vindication in your life or the lives of others, and how can you apply the principles of Psalms 109:29 to those situations?
- How do you respond when faced with false accusations or opposition, and what can you learn from the psalmist's example in Psalms 109:29?
- In what ways can you trust in God's sovereignty and protection, as seen in Psalms 109:28, and how can you apply that trust to your daily life?
- What are some ways you can cultivate a heart of gratitude and praise, as seen in Psalms 109:30-31, and how can you express that gratitude to God and others?
Gill's Exposition on Psalms 109:29
Let mine adversaries be clothed with shame,.... This is only explanative of what is said before, And let them cover themselves with their own confusion as with a mantle: the Arabic version is, "as
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 109:29
Let mine adversaries be clothed with shame, and let them cover themselves with their own confusion, as with a mantle. Let mine adversaries be clothed with shame - (Psalms 71:13).
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 109:29
For the disappointment of their wicked hopes and designs, and for that unexpected destruction which they have brought upon themselves.
Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 109:29
Psalms 109:29 Let mine adversaries be clothed with shame, and let them cover themselves with their own confusion, as with a mantle.Ver. 29. As with a mantle] Sicut diploide, saith the Vulgate, as with a doublet, q.d. Let them be doubley ashamed; for which purpose also he here doubleth his prayer.
Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 109:29
(29) Mantle.—Heb., meîl, which was also a garment worn over the tunic.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 109:29
Verse 29. Let them cover themselves] He here retorts their own curse, Psalms 109:18.
Cambridge Bible on Psalms 109:29
29. Mine adversaries shall be clothed with dishonour, And shall wrap themselves in their own shame as in a mantle. Cp. Psalms 109:18-19; Psalms 71:13; Psalms 35:26.
Barnes' Notes on Psalms 109:29
Let mine adversaries be clothed with shame - Let confusion and disappointment seem to cover them, so as to constitute a garment. See the notes at Psalms 109:18-19.
Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 109:29
29. Clothed… cover… mantle—These several words are for intensity, denoting complete covering from head to foot.
Sermons on Psalms 109:29
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Your Enemies Will Leave Suddenly and Ashamed by Carter Conlon | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes that even righteous individuals can lose their discernment and be challenged by God. He highlights the importance of being able to hear the |
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The Third Commandment by A.W. Pink | A.W. Pink emphasizes the gravity of the Third Commandment, which instructs believers not to take the name of the Lord in vain. He explains that this commandment calls for sincere, |
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Hell Is a Good Place - It Vindicates Gods Glory by Tim Conway | In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the topic of hell and its significance in understanding the severity of sin and the sacrifice of Christ. He emphasizes the security of the w |
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(Through the Bible) Acts 24-25 by Chuck Smith | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of making a decision for Jesus Christ, particularly during the teenage years. He explains that nine out of ten Christians beca |
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God’s Wrath: Vengeance Is Mine, I Will Repay, Says the Lord by John Piper | In this sermon, John Piper discusses the eternal wrath of God. He emphasizes that God's wrath has no end and is described as unquenchable fire. Piper also highlights that God's wra |
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Unremovable Traces by Basilea Schlink | The video is a sermon about the importance of taking precautions to maintain a beautiful appearance even as one gets older. The speaker shares an experience of seeing a painting of |
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He Destroyed the Grave by Michael Koulianos | Michael Koulianos passionately preaches about the resurrection of Christ, emphasizing its profound significance and the mystery of God becoming man. He connects the resurrection to |