Norwegian 2018 (Bibelen - Guds Ord Hverdagsbibelen (Hermon Forlag))
De kledde på seg forbannelse som om det skulle være et klesplagg. La forbannelsen trenge inn i deres kropp som vann, og som olje inn i deres bein! La den være for dem som en kappe de brer rundt seg, og som et belte de alltid spenner om seg. La dette være Herrens lønn til mine anklagere og til dem som snakker stygt om meg.
What Does This Mean?
This verse is a prayer for justice, where someone is asking God to make the cursing that a person uses against others come back to them. The speaker is asking for the curses to affect the person like a soaked shirt affects the body, seeping in deeply.
Explained for Children
Imagine if someone always said mean things to others, like wearing a cloak of meanness. This verse is like asking God to make the meanness stick to that person, like water and oil getting into their clothes and skin.
Historical Background
Psalm 109 was written by David during his reign as king. It expresses his distress over enemies and their malicious intentions, reflecting a period of intense personal and political conflict.
Living It Out Today
In a workplace where a colleague spreads lies about others, this verse can be a reminder to pray for the liar, asking God to bring justice and to make them understand the hurt they cause.
Topics
justiceprayervengeanceenemiesspiritual warfaretrust in God