Psalms 109:20

"Let it be to him as the clothing with which he covers himself, for the belt that is always around him."

Key Reflection

This verse metaphorically describes how the consequences of one's actions should constantly follow them, much like clothing and a girdle that are always with an individual. The imagery suggests that the impact of words or deeds will be ever-present, shaping one’s life just as constant attire and a belt define one's appearance and posture.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Let this be the reward of mine adversaries from the Lord,... -The word rendered “reward” means usually work, labor, occupation, business; then, what one earns by his work - reward, recompence,Leviticus 19:13. The meaning here is, Let them constantly receive these things which I have prayed forPsalms 109:6-19; let them be constantly treated in this manner. This is a summing up of his entire wish - his whole desire.

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