Psalms 55:14

"But it was you, a man like me, my companion, and my familiar friend."

Key Reflection

In first-century Palestine, the term "familiar friend" (or "companion") carried significant weight, signifying a close and trusted relationship akin to family ties. Psalms 55:14 speaks of someone who was not just an acquaintance but a confidant and ally—someone who shared both joys and sorrows. This verse would have resonated with the audience as a poignant reminder that even those closest to us can betray our trust, highlighting the complexity of human relationships in ancient contexts.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

We took sweet counsel together -Margin, “who sweetened counsel.” Literally, “We sweetened counsel together;” that is, We consulted together; we opened our minds and plans to each other; in other words, We found that happiness in each other which those do who freely and confidentially communicate their plans and wishes - who have that mutual satisfaction which results from the approval of each other’s plans. And walked unto the house of God in company -We went up to worship God together. The word rendered “company” means properly a noisy crowd, a multitude.

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