Psalm 27:12
“Deliver me not over unto the will of mine enemies: for false witnesses are risen up against me, and such as breathe out cruelty.”
KJV
Read in Psalm 27Meaning
The speaker asks not to be handed over to adversaries because false witnesses have risen and breathe violence.
Teach me, protect me, and strengthen my heart
Verses 11–14 ask for a level path and protection from false witnesses, affirm hope in God’s goodness, and end with courageous waiting.
Read carefully
The speaker asks not to be handed over to adversaries because false witnesses have risen and breathe violence. Keep the verse within Psalm 27’s movement from confidence, to desire for God’s presence, to lament, guidance and courageous waiting.
Reflection
The speaker asks not to be handed over to adversaries because false witnesses have risen and breathe violence.