May my accusers be clothed with disgrace; may they wear their shame like a robe. May my accusersThe Hebrew word for "accusers" here is "שׁוֹטְנַי" (shotenai), which can also be translated as "adversaries" or "enemies." In the context of the Psalms, accusers are often those who unjustly bring charges against the psalmist, representing forces of evil or opposition. Historically, this reflects the reality of King David's life, who faced numerous adversaries. Spiritually, it can symbolize the spiritual battles believers face against sin and the devil, who is often referred to as the "accuser" in the New Testament ( Revelation 12:10). be clothed with disgrace
The imagery of being "clothed" with something is a powerful biblical metaphor. In Hebrew, the word "לבש" (labash) means to put on or wear. Clothing in the Bible often represents one's identity or status. To be "clothed with disgrace" suggests a complete covering or overwhelming of one's being with shame and dishonor. This reflects the justice of God, where those who seek to harm the righteous are themselves covered in the very disgrace they intended for others. may they wear their shame
The word "shame" in Hebrew is "בּוּשָׁה" (bushah), which conveys a sense of humiliation and dishonor. In the ancient Near Eastern culture, honor and shame were significant social values. To "wear" shame indicates a public and visible state of disgrace, much like wearing a garment. This phrase underscores the biblical principle of reaping what one sows, as seen in Galatians 6:7, where those who seek to shame others will themselves be shamed. like a robe
The "robe" (Hebrew: "מְעִיל" - me'il) is a garment that covers the body, often signifying authority or position. In this context, the robe of shame is a stark contrast to the robe of righteousness or honor. The robe imagery suggests that the shame is not just a temporary state but something that envelops and defines the person. This serves as a reminder of the ultimate justice of God, where the wicked are not only judged but are visibly marked by their actions. Persons / Places / Events 1. DavidTraditionally attributed as the author of Psalm 109, David is expressing a plea for divine justice against his enemies. 2. AccusersThe individuals or groups who are unjustly attacking or slandering David, representing those who oppose the righteous. 3. GodThe ultimate judge and protector whom David is appealing to for justice and vindication. Teaching Points Divine JusticeTrust in God's timing and methods for dealing with injustice. Recognize that God sees and will address the wrongs done to His people. The Power of PrayerUse prayer as a means to express your struggles and seek God's intervention. Understand that lament and imprecation are valid forms of prayer in times of distress. The Consequences of SinAcknowledge that sin and wrongdoing lead to shame and disgrace. Encourage repentance and turning away from actions that lead to spiritual downfall. Clothing ImageryReflect on the symbolism of clothing in Scripture, representing identity and status. Consider how we are "clothed" spiritually and what that signifies about our relationship with God. Bible Study Questions 1. How does the imagery of being "clothed with disgrace" in Psalm 109:29 help us understand the consequences of opposing God's people? 2. In what ways can we see the theme of divine justice in our own lives, and how should we respond when we face false accusations? 3. How does the concept of being "clothed" with different attributes (shame vs. salvation) appear throughout Scripture, and what does it teach us about our spiritual identity? 4. How can we balance the desire for justice with the call to love our enemies, as taught by Jesus in the New Testament? 5. Reflect on a time when you felt wronged or accused. How did you seek God's help, and what was the outcome? How can this experience shape your future responses to similar situations? Connections to Other Scriptures Psalm 35:26This verse also speaks of enemies being clothed with shame, highlighting a recurring theme of divine justice against adversaries. Job 8:22Job's friends are told that those who hate him will be clothed with shame, reinforcing the idea of divine retribution. Isaiah 61:10In contrast, this verse speaks of being clothed with garments of salvation, showing the difference between the righteous and the wicked. People David, PsalmistPlaces JerusalemTopics Accusers, Adversaries, Blushing, Cloak, Clothed, Confusion, Cover, Covered, Covering, Disgrace, Dishonor, Haters, Mantle, Robe, Shame, Themselves, Upper, WrappedDictionary of Bible Themes Psalm 109:29 5144 cloak
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6115 blame Library Psalm. Cix. 21. ; Micah, vi. 9
Psalm. cix. 21.; Micah, vi. 9. Sweet is Thy mercy, O my God! When humbled at Thy feet, I learn the lessons of Thy rod, Thy mercy, Lord, is sweet. For Thou dost not in wrath chastise, But when I go astray, "Return," a voice behind me cries, "Walk here;--this is the way." Impatient of Thine easy yoke, If heedless yet I roam, Some sharp affliction, with a stroke Of kindness, warns me home. That godly sorrow then I feel, Which nothing can control, Until the hand that wounded, heal, That bruised me, …
James Montgomery—Sacred Poems and HymnsIf Anyone Shall Say that Jesus as Man is Only Energized by the Word Of...
If anyone shall say that Jesus as man is only energized by the Word of God, and that the glory of the Only-begotten is attributed to him as something not properly his: let him be anathema. Notes. Nestorius. VII. If any one says that the man who was formed of the Virgin is the Only-begotten, who was born from the bosom of the Father, before the morning star was (Ps. cix., 3) [256] , and does not rather confess that he has obtained the designation of Only-begotten on account of his connection with …
Philip Schaff—The Seven Ecumenical Councils First Antiphon and Psalm
Third Tone (a ending) Chanter Dum esset rex Choir in accubitu suo, nardus mea dedit odorem suavitatis. Alleluia. Dixit Dominus (Psalm 109) 1. Dixit Dominus, Domino meo: Sede a dextris meis: 2. Donec ponam inimicos tuos, scabellum pedum tuorum. 3. Virgam virtutis tuae emitte Dominus ex Sion: dominare in medio inimicorum tuorem. 4. Tecum principium in die virtutis tuae in splendoribus sanctorum: ex utero ante luciferum genui te. 5. Juravit Dominus, et non paenitebit eum: Tu es sacerdos in aeternum …
Various—The St. Gregory Hymnal and Catholic Choir Book Prayer
But I give myself unto prayer.' Psa 109: 4. I shall not here expatiate upon prayer, as it will be considered more fully in the Lord's prayer. It is one thing to pray, and another thing to be given to prayer: he who prays frequently, is said to be given to prayer; as he who often distributes alms, is said to be given to charity. Prayer is a glorious ordinance, it is the soul's trading with heaven. God comes down to us by his Spirit, and we go up to him by prayer. What is prayer? It is an offering …
Thomas Watson—The Ten Commandments Fourteenth Day. Endurance in Contradiction.
"Who endured such contradiction of sinners against Himself."-- Heb. xii. 3. What endurance was this! Perfect truth in the midst of error; perfect love in the midst of ingratitude and coldness; perfect rectitude in the midst of perjury, violence, fraud; perfect constancy in the midst of contumely and desertion; perfect innocence, confronting every debased form of depravity and guilt; perfect patience, encountering every species of gross provocation--"oppressed and afflicted, He opened not His mouth!" …
John R. Macduff—The Mind of Jesus Ninth Day for God's Spirit on Our Mission Work
WHAT TO PRAY.--For God's Spirit on our Mission Work "The evangelisation of the world depends first of all upon a revival of prayer. Deeper than the need for men--ay, deep down at the bottom of our spiritless life, is the need for the forgotten secret of prevailing, world-wide prayer." "As they ministered to the Lord, and fasted, the Holy Ghost said, Separate Me Barnabas and Saul. Then when they had fasted and prayed, they sent them away. So they, being sent forth by the Holy Ghost, departed."--ACTS …
Andrew Murray—The Ministry of Intercession Bunsen's Biblical Researches.
When geologists began to ask whether changes in the earth's structure might be explained by causes still in operation, they did not disprove the possibility of great convulsions, but they lessened necessity for imagining them. So, if a theologian has his eyes opened to the Divine energy as continuous and omnipresent, he lessens the sharp contrast of epochs in Revelation, but need not assume that the stream has never varied in its flow. Devotion raises time present into the sacredness of the past; …
Frederick Temple—Essays and Reviews: The Education of the World A Discourse of Mercifulness
Blessed are the merciful, for they shall obtain mercy. Matthew 5:7 These verses, like the stairs of Solomon's temple, cause our ascent to the holy of holies. We are now mounting up a step higher. Blessed are the merciful . . '. There was never more need to preach of mercifulness than in these unmerciful times wherein we live. It is reported in the life of Chrysostom that he preached much on this subject of mercifulness, and for his much pressing Christians to mercy, he was called of many, the alms-preacher, …
Thomas Watson—The Beatitudes: An Exposition of Matthew 5:1-12 How Intent the Ruler Ought to be on Meditations in the Sacred Law.
But all this is duly executed by a ruler, if, inspired by the spirit of heavenly fear and love, he meditate daily on the precepts of Sacred Writ, that the words of Divine admonition may restore in him the power of solicitude and of provident circumspection with regard to the celestial life, which familiar intercourse with men continually destroys; and that one who is drawn to oldness of life by secular society may by the aspiration of compunction be ever renewed to love of the spiritual country. …
Leo the Great—Writings of Leo the Great The Water of Life;
OR, A DISCOURSE SHOWING THE RICHNESS AND GLORY OF THE GRACE AND SPIRIT OF THE GOSPEL, AS SET FORTH IN SCRIPTURE BY THIS TERM, THE WATER OF LIFE. BY JOHN BUNYAN. 'And whosoever will, let him take the water of life freely.'--Revelation 22:17 London: Printed for Nathanael Ponder, at the Peacock in the Poultry, 1688. ADVERTISEMENT BY THE EDITOR. Often, and in every age, the children of God have dared to doubt the sufficiency of divine grace; whether it was vast enough to reach their condition--to cleanse …
John Bunyan—The Works of John Bunyan Volumes 1-3 Travelling in Palestine --Roads, Inns, Hospitality, Custom-House Officers, Taxation, Publicans
It was the very busiest road in Palestine, on which the publican Levi Matthew sat at the receipt of "custom," when our Lord called him to the fellowship of the Gospel, and he then made that great feast to which he invited his fellow-publicans, that they also might see and hear Him in Whom he had found life and peace (Luke 5:29). For, it was the only truly international road of all those which passed through Palestine; indeed, it formed one of the great highways of the world's commerce. At the time …
Alfred Edersheim—Sketches of Jewish Social Life Psalms
The piety of the Old Testament Church is reflected with more clearness and variety in the Psalter than in any other book of the Old Testament. It constitutes the response of the Church to the divine demands of prophecy, and, in a less degree, of law; or, rather, it expresses those emotions and aspirations of the universal heart which lie deeper than any formal demand. It is the speech of the soul face to face with God. Its words are as simple and unaffected as human words can be, for it is the genius …
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