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But I am <i>in</i> prayer.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/psalms/109.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />In return for my love they act as my accusers; But I am in prayer.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/psalms/109.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />In return for my love they act as my accusers; But I am <i>in</i> prayer.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/psalms/109.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />In return for my love they accuse me; But I am <i>in</i> prayer.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/psalms/109.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />In return for my love, they attack me, But I am in prayer.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/psalms/109.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />In return for my love they accuse me, but I continue to pray.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/psalms/109.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />In return for my love they accuse me, but I continue to pray. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/psalms/109.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />For my love they are my adversaries: But I give myself unto prayer.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/psalms/109.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />I had pity and prayed for my enemies, but their words to me were harsh and cruel. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/psalms/109.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />For my love they are my adversaries: but I give myself unto prayer.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/psalms/109.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />In return for my love, they accuse me, but I pray for them. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/psalms/109.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />They oppose me, even though I love them and have prayed for them. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/psalms/109.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />Instead of receiving my love, they accuse me, though I continue in prayer.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/psalms/109.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />In return for my love they accuse me, but I am a man of prayer.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/psalms/109.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />They repay my love with accusations, but I continue to pray. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/psalms/109.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />In return for my love, they are my adversaries; but I am in prayer.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/psalms/109.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />For my love they are my adversaries: but I give myself to prayer.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/psalms/109.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />In return for my love, they are my adversaries; but I am in prayer. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/psalms/109.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />For my love they oppose me, and I—prayer!<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/psalms/109.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> For my love they oppose me, and I -- prayer!<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/psalms/109.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />For my love they will oppose me: and I for prayer.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/psalms/109.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />Instead of making me a return of love, they detracted me: but I gave myself to prayer. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/psalms/109.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br /><V 108:4>Instead of choosing to act on my behalf, they detracted me. But I gave myself to prayer.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/psalms/109.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />In return for my love they slander me, even though I prayed for them. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/psalms/109.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />In return for my love they accuse me, even while I make prayer for them.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/psalms/109.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />For my love they reproach me; but I have prayed for them.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/psalms/109.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />In exchange for my love they regarded me with malice, and I have been praying for them.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/psalms/109.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />In return for my love they are my adversaries; But I am all prayer.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/psalms/109.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />Instead of loving me, they falsely accused me: but I continued to pray.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/psalms/109-4.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></span></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv"><b>Audio Bible</b></div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/nFaD2oDhKPc?start=13989" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><div class="vheadingv"><b>Context</b></div><span class="hdg"><a href="/bsb/psalms/109.htm">The Song of the Slandered</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">3</span>They surround me with hateful words and attack me without cause. <span class="reftext">4</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/8478.htm" title="8478: ta·ḥaṯ- (Prep) -- Underneath, below, instead of. From the same as Towach; the bottom; only adverbially, below, in lieu of, etc.">In return for</a> <a href="/hebrew/160.htm" title="160: ’a·hă·ḇā·ṯî (N-fsc:: 1cs) -- Love (noun). Feminine of 'ahab and meaning the same.">my love</a> <a href="/hebrew/7853.htm" title="7853: yiś·ṭə·nū·nî (V-Qal-Imperf-3mp:: 1cs) -- To be or act as adversary. A primitive root; to attack, accuse.">they accuse me,</a> <a href="/hebrew/589.htm" title="589: wa·’ă·nî (Conj-w:: Pro-1cs) -- I. Contracted from 'anokiy; I.">but I am a man</a> <a href="/hebrew/8605.htm" title="8605: ṯə·p̄il·lāh (N-fs) -- Prayer. From palal; intercession, supplication; by implication, a hymn.">of prayer.</a> </span><span class="reftext">5</span>They repay me evil for good, and hatred for my love.…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/5-44.htm">Matthew 5:44</a></span><br />But I tell you, love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/luke/6-27.htm">Luke 6:27-28</a></span><br />But to those of you who will listen, I say: Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you, / bless those who curse you, pray for those who mistreat you.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/romans/12-14.htm">Romans 12:14</a></span><br />Bless those who persecute you. Bless and do not curse.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_peter/3-9.htm">1 Peter 3:9</a></span><br />Do not repay evil with evil or insult with insult, but with blessing, because to this you were called so that you may inherit a blessing.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/5-10.htm">Matthew 5:10-12</a></span><br />Blessed are those who are persecuted because of righteousness, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. / Blessed are you when people insult you, persecute you, and falsely say all kinds of evil against you because of Me. / Rejoice and be glad, because great is your reward in heaven, for in the same way they persecuted the prophets before you.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/luke/23-34.htm">Luke 23:34</a></span><br />Then Jesus said, “Father, forgive them, for they do not know what they are doing.” And they divided up His garments by casting lots.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/acts/7-60.htm">Acts 7:60</a></span><br />Falling on his knees, he cried out in a loud voice, “Lord, do not hold this sin against them.” And when he had said this, he fell asleep.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/romans/12-21.htm">Romans 12:21</a></span><br />Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_corinthians/4-12.htm">1 Corinthians 4:12-13</a></span><br />We work hard with our own hands. When we are vilified, we bless; when we are persecuted, we endure it; / when we are slandered, we answer gently. Up to this moment we have become the scum of the earth, the refuse of the world.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_thessalonians/5-15.htm">1 Thessalonians 5:15</a></span><br />Make sure that no one repays evil for evil. Always pursue what is good for one another and for all people.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/25-21.htm">Proverbs 25:21-22</a></span><br />If your enemy is hungry, give him food to eat, and if he is thirsty, give him water to drink. / For in so doing, you will heap burning coals on his head, and the LORD will reward you.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/exodus/23-4.htm">Exodus 23:4-5</a></span><br />If you encounter your enemy’s stray ox or donkey, you must return it to him. / If you see the donkey of one who hates you fallen under its load, do not leave it there; you must help him with it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/job/31-29.htm">Job 31:29-30</a></span><br />If I have rejoiced in my enemy’s ruin, or exulted when evil befell him— / I have not allowed my mouth to sin by asking for his life with a curse—<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/24-17.htm">Proverbs 24:17-18</a></span><br />Do not gloat when your enemy falls, and do not let your heart rejoice when he stumbles, / or the LORD will see and disapprove, and turn His wrath away from him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/genesis/50-17.htm">Genesis 50:17-21</a></span><br />‘This is what you are to say to Joseph: I beg you, please forgive the transgression and sin of your brothers, for they did you wrong.’ So now, Joseph, please forgive the transgression of the servants of the God of your father.” When their message came to him, Joseph wept. / His brothers also came to him, bowed down before him, and said, “We are your slaves!” / But Joseph replied, “Do not be afraid. Am I in the place of God? ...</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">For my love they are my adversaries: but I give myself to prayer.</p><p class="hdg">for my</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/35-7.htm">Psalm 35:7,12</a></b></br> For without cause have they hid for me their net <i>in</i> a pit, <i>which</i> without cause they have digged for my soul… </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/38-20.htm">Psalm 38:20</a></b></br> They also that render evil for good are mine adversaries; because I follow <i>the thing that</i> good <i>is</i>.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/2_samuel/13-39.htm">2 Samuel 13:39</a></b></br> And <i>the soul of</i> king David longed to go forth unto Absalom: for he was comforted concerning Amnon, seeing he was dead.</p><p class="hdg">but I</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/55-16.htm">Psalm 55:16,17</a></b></br> As for me, I will call upon God; and the LORD shall save me… </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/69-12.htm">Psalm 69:12,13</a></b></br> They that sit in the gate speak against me; and I <i>was</i> the song of the drunkards… </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/2_samuel/15-31.htm">2 Samuel 15:31,32</a></b></br> And <i>one</i> told David, saying, Ahithophel <i>is</i> among the conspirators with Absalom. And David said, O LORD, I pray thee, turn the counsel of Ahithophel into foolishness… </p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/psalms/103-9.htm">Accuse</a> <a href="/psalms/71-13.htm">Accusers</a> <a href="/psalms/101-2.htm">Act</a> <a href="/psalms/108-13.htm">Adversaries</a> <a href="/psalms/25-14.htm">Friendship</a> <a href="/psalms/109-3.htm">Hate</a> <a href="/psalms/108-6.htm">Love</a> <a href="/psalms/55-18.htm">Oppose</a> <a href="/psalms/109-1.htm">Prayer</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/proverbs/3-30.htm">Accuse</a> <a href="/psalms/109-20.htm">Accusers</a> <a href="/psalms/119-126.htm">Act</a> <a href="/psalms/109-20.htm">Adversaries</a> <a href="/psalms/109-5.htm">Friendship</a> <a href="/psalms/109-5.htm">Hate</a> <a href="/psalms/109-5.htm">Love</a> <a href="/psalms/109-6.htm">Oppose</a> <a href="/psalms/109-7.htm">Prayer</a><div class="vheading2">Psalm 109</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/109-1.htm">David complains of his slanderous enemies</a></span><br><span class="reftext">16. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/109-16.htm">He shows their sin</a></span><br><span class="reftext">21. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/109-21.htm">Complaining of his own misery, he prays for help</a></span><br><span class="reftext">29. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/109-29.htm">He promises thankfulness</a></span><br></div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div><br /><br /> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script> <br /><br /> </div> </td></tr></table></div></div></div><div id="combox"><div class="padcom"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheading"><table width="100%"><tr><td width="99%" valign="top"><a href="/study/psalms/109.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/psalms/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/psalms/109.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>In return for my love they accuse me</b><br>This phrase reflects the experience of betrayal and false accusation despite showing love and kindness. In the biblical context, David often faced opposition and slander from those he sought to help or lead, such as Saul and his followers. This mirrors the experience of Jesus Christ, who was falsely accused and betrayed by those He came to save (<a href="/matthew/26-59.htm">Matthew 26:59-61</a>). The cultural context of ancient Israel placed a high value on loyalty and community, making betrayal particularly painful. This phrase also connects to the broader biblical theme of suffering for righteousness' sake, as seen in <a href="/1_peter/3-16.htm">1 Peter 3:16-17</a>, where believers are encouraged to maintain a good conscience despite false accusations.<p><b>but I am a man of prayer</b><br>David's response to accusation and betrayal is to turn to prayer, highlighting his reliance on God rather than seeking revenge. This reflects the biblical principle of seeking God's guidance and strength in times of trouble, as seen in <a href="/philippians/4-6.htm">Philippians 4:6-7</a>, where believers are encouraged to present their requests to God with thanksgiving. The phrase underscores the importance of maintaining a relationship with God through prayer, even when facing adversity. David's example is a type of Christ, who also turned to prayer in times of distress, such as in the Garden of Gethsemane (<a href="/luke/22-41.htm">Luke 22:41-44</a>). This reliance on prayer demonstrates a deep trust in God's justice and timing, aligning with the teachings of Jesus on loving enemies and praying for those who persecute you (<a href="/matthew/5-44.htm">Matthew 5:44</a>).<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/d/david.htm">David</a></b><br>Traditionally attributed as the author of <a href="/bsb/psalms/109.htm">Psalm 109</a>, David is expressing his distress over being wronged by those he has shown love to.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/e/enemies.htm">Enemies</a></b><br>The individuals or groups who have falsely accused and opposed David despite his love and goodwill towards them.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/p/prayer.htm">Prayer</a></b><br>A central theme in this verse, highlighting David's response to adversity and false accusations.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/r/responding_with_prayer.htm">Responding with Prayer</a></b><br>When faced with false accusations or mistreatment, our first response should be to turn to God in prayer, seeking His guidance and strength.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/l/love_in_action.htm">Love in Action</a></b><br>True love persists even when it is not reciprocated. David's love for his accusers, despite their betrayal, is a model for us to follow.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/trust_in_god's_justice.htm">Trust in God's Justice</a></b><br>Instead of seeking personal vengeance, trust that God sees the injustice and will act in His perfect timing.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_power_of_prayer.htm">The Power of Prayer</a></b><br>Prayer is not just a reaction but a proactive stance that aligns our hearts with God's will and brings peace amidst turmoil.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/e/endurance_in_faith.htm">Endurance in Faith</a></b><br>Maintaining a prayerful attitude in adversity strengthens our faith and witness to others.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_psalm_109.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Psalm 109</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_to_delight_in_the_lord.htm">How can you delight yourself in the Lord?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_does_psalm_109_oppose_love_for_enemies.htm">If Jesus taught love for enemies (Matthew 5:44), why does Psalm 109 appear to endorse the exact opposite stance?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/does_psalm_109_17-18_contradict_forgiveness.htm">In Psalm 109:17-18, does the invocation of curses contradict teachings elsewhere in Scripture promoting forgiveness?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_to_reconcile_psalm_109_with_mercy.htm">How do we reconcile the harsh imprecations in Psalm 109:6-15 with the Bible's emphasis on mercy and compassion?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/psalms/109.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(4) <span class= "bld">For my love . . .</span>--<span class= "ital">i.e., in return for my love </span>I <span class= "ital">give myself unto prayer. </span>For a concise expression of the same kind as "I prayer," see <a href="/psalms/120-7.htm" title="I am for peace: but when I speak, they are for war.">Psalm 120:7</a>, "I peace." Of course the psalmist means, that in the face of all the taunts and reproaches of his maligners, he simply and naturally has recourse to prayer, and, as the context seems to indicate, prayer <span class= "ital">for them.</span><p><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/psalms/109.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 4.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">For my love they are my adversaries</span>. The tenderness and kindness of the good towards wicked men does not soften them. Rather it provokes them to greater hostility. This was seen clearly in the instance of Saul. <span class="cmt_word">But I give myself unto prayer</span>; literally, <span class="accented">but I prayer</span>; <span class="accented">i.e.</span> "but I am wholly prayer," "I do nothing during their attacks on me but pray for them." <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/psalms/109-4.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a></span><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Hebrew</div><span class="word">In return for</span><br /><span class="heb">תַּֽחַת־</span> <span class="translit">(ta·ḥaṯ-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_8478.htm">Strong's 8478: </a> </span><span class="str2">The bottom, below, in lieu of</span><br /><br /><span class="word">my love</span><br /><span class="heb">אַהֲבָתִ֥י</span> <span class="translit">(’a·hă·ḇā·ṯî)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - feminine singular construct | first person common singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_160.htm">Strong's 160: </a> </span><span class="str2">Love (noun)</span><br /><br /><span class="word">they accuse me,</span><br /><span class="heb">יִשְׂטְנ֗וּנִי</span> <span class="translit">(yiś·ṭə·nū·nî)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine plural | first person common singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7853.htm">Strong's 7853: </a> </span><span class="str2">To be or act as adversary</span><br /><br /><span class="word">but I [am a man]</span><br /><span class="heb">וַאֲנִ֥י</span> <span class="translit">(wa·’ă·nî)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Pronoun - first person common singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_589.htm">Strong's 589: </a> </span><span class="str2">I</span><br /><br /><span class="word">[of] prayer.</span><br /><span class="heb">תְפִלָּֽה׃</span> <span class="translit">(ṯə·p̄il·lāh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - feminine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_8605.htm">Strong's 8605: </a> </span><span class="str2">Intercession, supplication, a hymn</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/psalms/109-4.htm">Psalm 109:4 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/psalms/109-4.htm">Psalm 109:4 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/psalms/109-4.htm">Psalm 109:4 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/psalms/109-4.htm">Psalm 109:4 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/psalms/109-4.htm">Psalm 109:4 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/psalms/109-4.htm">Psalm 109:4 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/psalms/109-4.htm">Psalm 109:4 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/psalms/109-4.htm">Psalm 109:4 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/psalms/109-4.htm">Psalm 109:4 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/psalms/109-4.htm">Psalm 109:4 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/psalms/109-4.htm">OT Poetry: Psalm 109:4 In return for my love they (Psalm Ps Psa.) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/psalms/109-3.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Psalm 109:3"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Psalm 109:3" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/psalms/109-5.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Psalm 109:5"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Psalm 109:5" /></a></div><div id="botleft"><a href="#" onmouseover='botleft.src="/botleftgif.png"' onmouseout='botleft.src="/botleft.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botleft.png" name="botleft" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="botright"><a href="#" onmouseover='botright.src="/botrightgif.png"' onmouseout='botright.src="/botright.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botright.png" name="botright" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="bot"><iframe width="100%" height="1500" scrolling="no" src="/botmenubhnew2.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></div></td></tr></table></div></body></html>