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when they see me, they shake their heads.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/psalms/109.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />I am a joke to people everywhere; when they see me, they shake their heads in scorn.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/psalms/109.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />I am an object of scorn to my accusers; when they see me, they wag their heads.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/psalms/109.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />I am an object of scorn to my accusers; when they see me, they shake their heads.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/psalms/109.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />I became also a reproach unto them: <i>when</i> they looked upon me they shaked their heads.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/psalms/109.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />I also have become a reproach to them; <i>When</i> they look at me, they shake their heads.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/psalms/109.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />I also have become a disgrace to them; When they see me, they shake their head.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/psalms/109.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />I also have become a reproach to them; When they see me, they wag their head.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/psalms/109.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />I also have become a reproach to them; When they see me, they wag their head.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/psalms/109.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />As for me, I have become a reproach to them; They see me, they wag their head.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/psalms/109.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />I also have become a reproach <i>and</i> an object of taunting to others; When they see me, they shake their heads [in derision].<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/psalms/109.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />I have become an object of ridicule to my accusers; when they see me, they shake their heads in scorn.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/psalms/109.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />I have become an object of ridicule to my accusers; when they see me, they shake their heads in scorn. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/psalms/109.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />I am become also a reproach unto them: When they see me, they shake their head.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/psalms/109.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />When my enemies see me, they say cruel things and shake their heads. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/psalms/109.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />I am become also a reproach unto them: when they see me, they shake their head.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/psalms/109.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />I have become the victim of my enemies' insults. They look at me and shake their heads.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/psalms/109.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />When people see me, they laugh at me; they shake their heads in scorn. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/psalms/109.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />I have become an object of derision to them— they shake their heads whenever they see me.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/psalms/109.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />I am an object of scorn to my accusers; when they see me, they shake their heads.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/psalms/109.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />I am disdained by them. When they see me, they shake their heads. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/psalms/109.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />I have also become a reproach to them. When they see me, they shake their head.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/psalms/109.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />I became also a reproach to them: when they looked upon me they shook their heads.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/psalms/109.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />I have also become a reproach to them. When they see me, they shake their head. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/psalms/109.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />And I have been a reproach to them, "" They see me, they shake their head.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/psalms/109.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> And I -- I have been a reproach to them, They see me, they shake their head.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/psalms/109.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />And I was a reproach to them: they will see me and they will shake the head.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/psalms/109.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />And I am become a reproach to them: they saw me and they shaked their heads, <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/psalms/109.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br /><V 108:25>And I have become a disgrace to them. They saw me, and they shook their heads.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/psalms/109.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />I have become a mockery to them; when they see me, they shake their heads. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/psalms/109.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />I am an object of scorn to my accusers; when they see me, they shake their heads.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/psalms/109.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />And I became also a reproach to them; when they looked upon me they shook their heads.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/psalms/109.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />And I have been a reproach to them; they saw me and they shook their heads.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/psalms/109.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />I am become also a taunt unto them; When they see me, they shake their head.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/psalms/109.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />I became also a reproach to them: <i>when</i> they saw me they shook their heads.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/psalms/109-25.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=14141" 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">24</span>My knees are weak from fasting, and my body grows lean and gaunt. <span class="reftext">25</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/589.htm" title="589: wa·’ă·nî (Conj-w:: Pro-1cs) -- I. Contracted from 'anokiy; I.">I</a> <a href="/hebrew/1961.htm" title="1961: hā·yî·ṯî (V-Qal-Perf-1cs) -- To fall out, come to pass, become, be. A primitive root; to exist, i.e. Be or become, come to pass.">am</a> <a href="/hebrew/2781.htm" title="2781: ḥer·pāh (N-fs) -- A reproach. From charaph. contumely, disgrace, the pudenda.">an object of scorn</a> <a href="/hebrew/lā·hem (Prep-l:: Pro-3mp) -- ">to my accusers;</a> <a href="/hebrew/7200.htm" title="7200: yir·’ū·nî (V-Qal-Imperf-3mp:: 1cs) -- To see. A primitive root; to see, literally or figuratively.">when they see me,</a> <a href="/hebrew/5128.htm" title="5128: yə·nî·‘ūn (V-Hifil-Imperf-3mp:: Pn) -- A primitive root; to waver, in a great variety of applications, literally and figuratively.">they shake</a> <a href="/hebrew/7218.htm" title="7218: rō·šām (N-msc:: 3mp) -- Head. From an unused root apparently meaning to shake; the head, whether literal or figurative.">their heads.</a> </span><span class="reftext">26</span>Help me, O LORD my God; save me according to Your loving devotion.…<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="/isaiah/53-3.htm">Isaiah 53:3</a></span><br />He was despised and rejected by men, a man of sorrows, acquainted with grief. Like one from whom men hide their faces, He was despised, and we esteemed Him not.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/27-39.htm">Matthew 27:39-44</a></span><br />And those who passed by heaped abuse on Him, shaking their heads / and saying, “You who are going to destroy the temple and rebuild it in three days, save Yourself! If You are the Son of God, come down from the cross!” / In the same way, the chief priests, scribes, and elders mocked Him, saying, ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/mark/15-29.htm">Mark 15:29-32</a></span><br />And those who passed by heaped abuse on Him, shaking their heads and saying, “Aha! You who are going to destroy the temple and rebuild it in three days, / come down from the cross and save Yourself!” / In the same way, the chief priests and scribes mocked Him among themselves, saying, “He saved others, but He cannot save Himself! ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/luke/23-35.htm">Luke 23:35-39</a></span><br />The people stood watching, and the rulers sneered at Him, saying, “He saved others; let Him save Himself if He is the Christ of God, the Chosen One.” / The soldiers also mocked Him and came up to offer Him sour wine. / “If You are the King of the Jews,” they said, “save Yourself!” ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/john/19-3.htm">John 19:3</a></span><br />And they went up to Him again and again, saying, “Hail, King of the Jews!” and slapping Him in the face.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/job/30-9.htm">Job 30:9-10</a></span><br />And now they mock me in song; I have become a byword among them. / They abhor me and keep far from me; they do not hesitate to spit in my face.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/lamentations/3-14.htm">Lamentations 3:14</a></span><br />I am a laughingstock to all my people; they mock me in song all day long.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/26-67.htm">Matthew 26:67-68</a></span><br />Then they spit in His face and struck Him. Others slapped Him / and said, “Prophesy to us, Christ! Who hit You?”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/mark/14-65.htm">Mark 14:65</a></span><br />Then some of them began to spit on Him. They blindfolded Him, struck Him with their fists, and said to Him, “Prophesy!” And the officers received Him with slaps in His face.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/john/18-22.htm">John 18:22</a></span><br />When Jesus had said this, one of the officers standing nearby slapped Him in the face and said, “Is this how You answer the high priest?”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_peter/2-23.htm">1 Peter 2:23</a></span><br />When they heaped abuse on Him, He did not retaliate; when He suffered, He made no threats, but entrusted Himself to Him who judges justly.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/22-6.htm">Psalm 22:6-8</a></span><br />But I am a worm and not a man, scorned by men and despised by the people. / All who see me mock me; they sneer and shake their heads: / “He trusts in the LORD, let the LORD deliver him; let the LORD rescue him, since He delights in him.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/69-7.htm">Psalm 69:7-12</a></span><br />For I have endured scorn for Your sake, and shame has covered my face. / I have become a stranger to my brothers and a foreigner to my mother’s sons, / because zeal for Your house has consumed me, and the insults of those who insult You have fallen on me. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/50-6.htm">Isaiah 50:6</a></span><br />I offered My back to those who struck Me, and My cheeks to those who tore out My beard. I did not hide My face from scorn and spittle.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/micah/5-1.htm">Micah 5:1</a></span><br />Now, O daughter of troops, mobilize your troops; for a siege is laid against us! With a rod they will strike the cheek of the judge of Israel.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">I became also a reproach to them: when they looked on me they shook their heads.</p><p class="hdg">a reproach</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/31-11.htm">Psalm 31:11-13</a></b></br> I was a reproach among all mine enemies, but especially among my neighbours, and a fear to mine acquaintance: they that did see me without fled from me… </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/35-15.htm">Psalm 35:15,16</a></b></br> But in mine adversity they rejoiced, and gathered themselves together: <i>yea</i>, the abjects gathered themselves together against me, and I knew <i>it</i> not; they did tear <i>me</i>, and ceased not: … </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/69-9.htm">Psalm 69:9-12,19,20</a></b></br> For the zeal of thine house hath eaten me up; and the reproaches of them that reproached thee are fallen upon me… </p><p class="hdg">when they</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/22-6.htm">Psalm 22:6,7</a></b></br> But I <i>am</i> a worm, and no man; a reproach of men, and despised of the people… </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/job/16-4.htm">Job 16:4</a></b></br> I also could speak as ye <i>do</i>: if your soul were in my soul's stead, I could heap up words against you, and shake mine head at you.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/isaiah/37-22.htm">Isaiah 37:22</a></b></br> This <i>is</i> the word which the LORD hath spoken concerning him; The virgin, the daughter of Zion, hath despised thee, <i>and</i> laughed thee to scorn; the daughter of Jerusalem hath shaken her head at thee.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/psalms/109-20.htm">Accusers</a> <a href="/psalms/108-8.htm">Head</a> <a href="/psalms/83-2.htm">Heads</a> <a href="/psalms/88-8.htm">Object</a> <a href="/psalms/102-8.htm">Reproach</a> <a href="/psalms/89-41.htm">Scorn</a> <a href="/psalms/99-1.htm">Shake</a> <a href="/psalms/104-32.htm">Shaking</a> <a href="/psalms/77-18.htm">Shook</a> <a href="/psalms/104-26.htm">Sport</a> <a href="/psalms/102-8.htm">Taunt</a> <a href="/psalms/64-8.htm">Wag</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/psalms/109-29.htm">Accusers</a> <a href="/psalms/110-6.htm">Head</a> <a href="/psalms/110-6.htm">Heads</a> <a href="/proverbs/14-35.htm">Object</a> <a href="/psalms/119-22.htm">Reproach</a> <a href="/psalms/119-22.htm">Scorn</a> <a href="/isaiah/2-19.htm">Shake</a> <a href="/proverbs/25-19.htm">Shaking</a> <a href="/psalms/136-15.htm">Shook</a> <a href="/psalms/119-51.htm">Sport</a> <a href="/psalms/119-42.htm">Taunt</a> <a href="/jeremiah/18-16.htm">Wag</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'; 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In the biblical context, David often faced opposition and betrayal, notably from King Saul and even his own son Absalom. The term "object of scorn" indicates a profound level of contempt and derision, which is a common theme in the Psalms where the righteous suffer unjustly. This experience of being scorned is also prophetic of Jesus Christ, who was mocked and ridiculed by His accusers, as seen in the Gospels (<a href="/matthew/27-39.htm">Matthew 27:39-44</a>). The cultural context of ancient Israel placed a high value on honor and reputation, making scorn a particularly painful form of social ostracism.<p><b>when they see me,</b><br>The visibility of the psalmist to his accusers suggests a public aspect to the scorn he faces. In ancient Near Eastern societies, public perception was crucial, and being seen in a state of disgrace would have significant social implications. This visibility also implies that the psalmist's suffering is not hidden but is witnessed by others, adding to the shame. In the life of Jesus, His public trials and crucifixion were witnessed by many, fulfilling the prophetic nature of this psalm.<p><b>they shake their heads.</b><br>Shaking the head is a gesture of derision and disbelief, often used in the Bible to express scorn or mockery. This gesture is mentioned in other scriptures, such as <a href="/job/16-4.htm">Job 16:4</a> and <a href="/lamentations/2-15.htm">Lamentations 2:15</a>, where it signifies contempt and rejection. In the New Testament, this action is directly connected to the crucifixion of Jesus, where onlookers shook their heads as they mocked Him (<a href="/matthew/27-39.htm">Matthew 27:39</a>). This connection underscores the typological relationship between David's experiences and the sufferings of Christ, highlighting the fulfillment of Old Testament prophecy in the New Testament narrative.<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 deep distress and the scorn he faces from his enemies.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/a/accusers.htm">Accusers</a></b><br>These are the individuals or groups who are opposing David, mocking him, and seeking his downfall.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/i/israel.htm">Israel</a></b><br>The broader context of David's life and struggles often reflects the challenges faced by the nation of Israel, both historically and spiritually.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/u/understanding_scorn_and_mockery.htm">Understanding Scorn and Mockery</a></b><br>Recognize that being scorned or mocked is a common experience for those who stand for righteousness. David's experience is a reminder that even the faithful can face unjust treatment.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/c/christ's_fulfillment_of_suffering.htm">Christ's Fulfillment of Suffering</a></b><br>Jesus' experience of mockery and scorn on the cross is a fulfillment of the suffering described in <a href="/bsb/psalms/109.htm">Psalm 109</a>. Believers can find comfort in knowing that Christ fully understands and shares in their suffering.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/r/responding_to_accusation.htm">Responding to Accusation</a></b><br>When faced with scorn, believers are called to respond with grace and trust in God's justice, rather than seeking revenge or harboring bitterness.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_power_of_prayer_in_distress.htm">The Power of Prayer in Distress</a></b><br>David's psalm is a prayer, showing that turning to God in times of distress is crucial. Prayer is a powerful tool for seeking God's intervention and comfort.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/e/endurance_in_faith.htm">Endurance in Faith</a></b><br>The shaking of heads by accusers can be discouraging, but believers are encouraged to endure in faith, knowing that God sees and will vindicate His people in His time.<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/day_21_insights_on_spiritual_growth.htm">What events transpired during the crucifixion of Jesus?</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><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/is_psalm_69_originally_about_jesus.htm">Psalm 69 is frequently seen as messianic--what evidence exists that the text was originally about Jesus rather than solely about the psalmist's circumstances?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/psalms/109.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 25.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">I became</span> (rather, <span class="accented">am become</span>) <span class="accented"><span class="cmt_word"></span>also a reproach unto them</span>; <span class="accented">i.e.</span> to my enemies. I am an object of their reproach and scorn. <span class="cmt_word">When they looked upon me they shaked their heads.</span> In derision (comp. <a href="/psalms/22-7.htm">Psalm 22:7</a>; <a href="/psalms/44-14.htm">Psalm 44:14</a>; <a href="/matthew/27-39.htm">Matthew 27:39</a>). <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/psalms/109-25.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">I</span><br /><span class="heb">וַאֲנִ֤י ׀</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">am</span><br /><span class="heb">הָיִ֣יתִי</span> <span class="translit">(hā·yî·ṯî)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Perfect - first person common singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1961.htm">Strong's 1961: </a> </span><span class="str2">To fall out, come to pass, become, be</span><br /><br /><span class="word">an object of scorn</span><br /><span class="heb">חֶרְפָּ֣ה</span> <span class="translit">(ḥer·pāh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - feminine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2781.htm">Strong's 2781: </a> </span><span class="str2">Contumely, disgrace, the pudenda</span><br /><br /><span class="word">to [my accusers];</span><br /><span class="heb">לָהֶ֑ם</span> <span class="translit">(lā·hem)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-l | Pronoun - third person masculine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1992.htm">Strong's 1992: </a> </span><span class="str2">They</span><br /><br /><span class="word">when they see me,</span><br /><span class="heb">יִ֝רְא֗וּנִי</span> <span class="translit">(yir·’ū·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_7200.htm">Strong's 7200: </a> </span><span class="str2">To see</span><br /><br /><span class="word">they shake</span><br /><span class="heb">יְנִיע֥וּן</span> <span class="translit">(yə·nî·‘ūn)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Hifil - Imperfect - third person masculine plural | Paragogic nun<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5128.htm">Strong's 5128: </a> </span><span class="str2">To quiver, wave, waver, tremble, totter</span><br /><br /><span class="word">their heads.</span><br /><span class="heb">רֹאשָֽׁם׃</span> <span class="translit">(rō·šām)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7218.htm">Strong's 7218: </a> </span><span class="str2">The head</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/psalms/109-25.htm">Psalm 109:25 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/psalms/109-25.htm">Psalm 109:25 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/psalms/109-25.htm">Psalm 109:25 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/psalms/109-25.htm">Psalm 109:25 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/psalms/109-25.htm">Psalm 109:25 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/psalms/109-25.htm">Psalm 109:25 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/psalms/109-25.htm">Psalm 109:25 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/psalms/109-25.htm">Psalm 109:25 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/psalms/109-25.htm">Psalm 109:25 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/psalms/109-25.htm">Psalm 109:25 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/psalms/109-25.htm">OT Poetry: Psalm 109:25 I have also become a reproach (Psalm Ps Psa.) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/psalms/109-24.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Psalm 109:24"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Psalm 109:24" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/psalms/109-26.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Psalm 109:26"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Psalm 109:26" /></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>