Psalm 120
NET Bible
Chapter overview
Psalm 120 begins the pilgrimage songs with distress over lying lips and destructive speech. Living far from peace, the speaker longs for truth and reconciliation among neighbors who answer peaceful intentions with war.
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1In my distress I cried out to the Lord and he answered me.
2I said, “O Lord, rescue me from those who lie with their lips and those who deceive with their tongue.
3How will he severely punish you, you deceptive talker?
4Here’s how! With the sharp arrows of warriors, with arrowheads forged over the hot coals.
5How miserable I am! For I have lived temporarily in Meshech; I have resided among the tents of Kedar.
6For too long I have had to reside with those who hate peace.
7I am committed to peace, but when I speak, they want to make war.
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