Psalms 21:12

"For they intended evil against you. They plotted evil against you which cannot succeed."

Key Reflection

In Psalms 21:12, the psalmist describes a situation where enemies plot evil intentions and actions against the Lord. This verse highlights the persistent wickedness of adversaries who scheme to harm God or His people. Despite their efforts, these schemes are ultimately foiled—indicating that the Lord's protection and sovereignty remain unshaken, even in the face of such determined opposition.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Therefore shalt thou make them turn their back -Margin, “Thou shalt set them as a butt.” The word back also is rendered in the margin “shoulder.” The word translated “therefore” means in this placer or, and the rendering “therefore” obscures the sense. The statement in this verse in connection with the previous verse, is, that they would not be able to “perform” or carry out their well-laid schemes, “for” or “because” God would make them turn the back; that is, he had vanquished them.

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