Psalms 139:22

"LORD, don’t I hate those who hate you? Am I not grieved with those who rise up against you?"

Key Reflection

In Psalms 139:22, David expresses a profound sense of piety and devotion by declaring that his hatred for those who oppose God is not mere human enmity but a deep-seated spiritual aversion. This sentiment reflects the idea that true believers naturally detest those who rebel against their Creator. The verse captures an intimate connection between the psalmist's emotions and his commitment to God, highlighting how his grief over adversaries stems from a genuine desire for their repentance and reconciliation with the divine.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

I hate them with perfect hatred -With no approval whatever of their conduct; with no sympathy for the evil they do; with no words of apology for their sinful acts; with entire disapprobation. I count them mine enemies -As they are the enemies of God, so I regard them as my enemies. I do not wish to be associated with them, or to be regarded as one of them.

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