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Psalm 109:21
ESV But you, O God my Lord, deal on my behalf for your name 's sake; because your steadfast love is good, deliver me!
NIV But you, Sovereign Lord, help me for your name’s sake; out of the goodness of your love, deliver me.
NASB But You, God, the Lord, deal kindly with me for the sake of Your name; Because Your mercy is good, rescue me;
CSB But you, Lord, my Lord, deal kindly with me for your name’s sake; because your faithful love is good, rescue me.
NLT But deal well with me, O Sovereign Lord, for the sake of your own reputation! Rescue me because you are so faithful and good.
KJV But do thou for me, O God the Lord, for thy name's sake: because thy mercy is good, deliver thou me.
NKJV But You, O God the Lord, Deal with me for Your name’s sake; Because Your mercy is good, deliver me.

What does Psalm 109:21 mean?

Please see our chapter commentary on Psalm 109, verse-level content coming soon!
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Context Summary
Psalm 109:21–31 is the third section of this "imprecatory" psalm: a song begging the Lord to deliver His wrath on an enemy. The first section noted the sins of enemies. The second was a list of misfortunes. Here, the psalmist, presumably David, emphasizes how he suffers at his enemies' hands. He calls on God to provide clear and obvious rescue, turning their own wickedness against them.
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Chapter Summary
The psalmist, probably David, calls on the Lord for help. He is under siege in the form of lies, hatred, and slander. Though David has shown them love, they respond with attacks. He prays that God would deliver punishment to these enemies. David's requests are harsh and even include the families of these opponents. Ultimately, David trusts God to provide rescue. He hopes that it will be clear to all that it was the Lord who rescued Him.
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