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They mock and curse me.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/psalms/102.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />All the day my enemies taunt me; those who deride me use my name for a curse.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/psalms/102.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />All day long my enemies taunt me; they ridicule me and curse me.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/psalms/102.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />Mine enemies reproach me all the day; <i>and</i> they that are mad against me are sworn against me.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/psalms/102.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />My enemies reproach me all day long; Those who deride me swear an oath against me.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/psalms/102.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />My enemies have taunted me all day long; Those who deride me have used my <i>name</i> as a curse.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/psalms/102.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />My enemies have reproached me all day long; Those who deride me have used my name as a curse.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/psalms/102.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />My enemies have reproached me all day long; Those who deride me have used my <i>name</i> as a curse.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/psalms/102.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />My enemies have reproached me all day long; Those who ridicule me swear against me.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/psalms/102.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />My enemies taunt me all day long; Those who ridicule me use my <i>name</i> as a curse.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/psalms/102.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />My enemies taunt me all day long; they ridicule and use my name as a curse.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/psalms/102.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />My enemies taunt me all day long; they ridicule and curse me. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/psalms/102.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />Mine enemies reproach me all the day; They that are mad against me do curse by me.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/psalms/102.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />My enemies insult me all day, and they use my name for a curse word. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/psalms/102.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />Mine enemies reproach me all the day; they that are mad against me do curse by me.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/psalms/102.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />All day long my enemies insult me. Those who ridicule me use my name as a curse.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/psalms/102.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />All day long my enemies insult me; those who mock me use my name in cursing. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/psalms/102.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />My enemies revile me all day long; those who ridicule me use my name to curse.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/psalms/102.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />All day long my enemies taunt me; they ridicule me and curse me.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/psalms/102.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />All day long my enemies taunt me; those who mock me use my name in their curses. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/psalms/102.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />My enemies reproach me all day. Those who are mad at me use my name as a curse.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/psalms/102.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />My enemies reproach me all the day; and they that are enraged against me are sworn against me.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/psalms/102.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />My enemies reproach me all day. Those who are mad at me use my name as a curse. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/psalms/102.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />All the day my enemies reproached me, "" Those mad at me have sworn against me.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/psalms/102.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> All the day mine enemies reproached me, Those mad at me have sworn against me.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/psalms/102.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />All the day mine enemies reproached me, they praising me aware against me.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/psalms/102.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />All the day long my enemies reproached me: and they that praised me did swear against me. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/psalms/102.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br /><V 101:9>All day long my enemies reproached me, and those who praised me swore oaths against me.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/psalms/102.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />All day long my enemies taunt me; in their rage, they make my name a curse. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/psalms/102.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />All day long my enemies taunt me; those who deride me use my name for a curse.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/psalms/102.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />Mine enemies reproach me all the day; those who once praised me are now sworn against me.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/psalms/102.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />My enemies have reproached me all day, and my Singers are sworn against me!<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/psalms/102.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />Mine enemies taunt me all the day; They that are mad against me do curse by me.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/psalms/102.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />All the day long mine enemies have reproached me; and they that praised me have sworn against me.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/psalms/102-8.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=12518" 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/102.htm">The Prayer of the Afflicted</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">7</span>I lie awake; I am like a lone bird on a housetop. <span class="reftext">8</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/3605.htm" title="3605: kāl- (N-msc) -- The whole, all. Or kowl; from kalal; properly, the whole; hence, all, any or every.">All</a> <a href="/hebrew/3117.htm" title="3117: hay·yō·wm (Art:: N-ms) -- Day. From an unused root meaning to be hot; a day, whether literal, or figurative.">day long</a> <a href="/hebrew/341.htm" title="341: ’ō·wy·ḇāy (V-Qal-Prtcpl-mpc:: 1cs) -- Hating, an adversary. Or owyeb; active participle of 'ayab; hating; an adversary.">my enemies</a> <a href="/hebrew/2778.htm" title="2778: ḥê·rə·p̄ū·nî (V-Piel-Perf-3cp:: 1cs) -- To pull off, to expose, to betroth, to carp at, defame, to spend the winter.">taunt me;</a> <a href="/hebrew/1984.htm" title="1984: mə·hō·w·lā·lay (V-Pual-Prtcpl-mpc:: 1cs) -- To shine.">they ridicule</a> <a href="/hebrew/bî (Prep:: 1cs) -- ">me</a> <a href="/hebrew/7650.htm" title="7650: niš·bā·‘ū (V-Nifal-Perf-3cp) -- A primitive root; propr. To be complete, but used only as a denominative from sheba'; to seven oneself, i.e. Swear.">and curse me.</a> </span><span class="reftext">9</span>For I have eaten ashes like bread and mixed my drink with tears…<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="/lamentations/3-62.htm">Lamentations 3:62</a></span><br />the slander and murmuring of my assailants against me all day long.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/job/30-9.htm">Job 30:9</a></span><br />And now they mock me in song; I have become a byword among them.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/job/30-10.htm">Job 30:10</a></span><br />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="/psalms/69-12.htm">Psalm 69:12</a></span><br />Those who sit at the gate mock me, and I am the song of drunkards.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/69-19.htm">Psalm 69:19-20</a></span><br />You know my reproach, my shame and disgrace. All my adversaries are before You. / Insults have broken my heart, and I am in despair. I looked for sympathy, but there was none, for comforters, but I found no one.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/44-13.htm">Psalm 44:13-14</a></span><br />You have made us a reproach to our neighbors, a mockery and derision to those around us. / You have made us a byword among the nations, a laughingstock among the peoples.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/79-4.htm">Psalm 79:4</a></span><br />We have become a reproach to our neighbors, a scorn and derision to those around us.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/89-50.htm">Psalm 89:50-51</a></span><br />Remember, O Lord, the reproach of Your servants, which I bear in my heart from so many people— / how Your enemies have taunted, O LORD, and have mocked every step of Your anointed one!<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/52-5.htm">Isaiah 52:5</a></span><br />And now what have I here? declares the LORD. For My people have been taken without cause; those who rule them taunt, declares the LORD, and My name is blasphemed continually all day long.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/jeremiah/18-18.htm">Jeremiah 18:18</a></span><br />Then some said, “Come, let us make plans against Jeremiah, for the law will never be lost to the priest, nor counsel to the wise, nor an oracle to the prophet. Come, let us denounce him and pay no heed to any of his words.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/27-39.htm">Matthew 27:39</a></span><br />And those who passed by heaped abuse on Him, shaking their heads<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/mark/15-29.htm">Mark 15:29</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,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/luke/23-35.htm">Luke 23:35</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.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/john/15-18.htm">John 15:18-20</a></span><br />If the world hates you, understand that it hated Me first. / If you were of the world, it would love you as its own. Instead, the world hates you, because you are not of the world, but I have chosen you out of the world. / Remember the word that I spoke to you: ‘No servant is greater than his master.’ If they persecuted Me, they will persecute you as well; if they kept My word, they will keep yours as well.<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.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">My enemies reproach me all the day; and they that are mad against me are sworn against me.</p><p class="hdg">mine</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/55-3.htm">Psalm 55:3</a></b></br> Because of the voice of the enemy, because of the oppression of the wicked: for they cast iniquity upon me, and in wrath they hate me.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/69-9.htm">Psalm 69:9,10,20</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">made</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/2-1.htm">Psalm 2:1</a></b></br> Why do the heathen rage, and the people imagine a vain thing?</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/luke/6-11.htm">Luke 6:11</a></b></br> And they were filled with madness; and communed one with another what they might do to Jesus.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/acts/7-54.htm">Acts 7:54</a></b></br> When they heard these things, they were cut to the heart, and they gnashed on him with <i>their</i> teeth.</p><p class="hdg">sworn</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/acts/23-12.htm">Acts 23:12</a></b></br> And when it was day, certain of the Jews banded together, and bound themselves under a curse, saying that they would neither eat nor drink till they had killed Paul.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/psalms/69-24.htm">Curse</a> <a href="/psalms/22-7.htm">Deride</a> <a href="/psalms/97-3.htm">Enemies</a> <a href="/esther/3-5.htm">Enraged</a> <a href="/psalms/97-10.htm">Haters</a> <a href="/2_kings/9-11.htm">Mad</a> <a href="/2_chronicles/32-17.htm">Rail</a> <a href="/psalms/89-50.htm">Reproach</a> <a href="/psalms/89-51.htm">Reproached</a> <a href="/psalms/89-49.htm">Swear</a> <a href="/psalms/89-49.htm">Sworn</a> <a href="/psalms/89-51.htm">Taunt</a> <a href="/psalms/76-5.htm">Use</a> <a href="/psalms/99-4.htm">Used</a> <a href="/psalms/86-14.htm">Violent</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/psalms/109-17.htm">Curse</a> <a href="/psalms/119-51.htm">Deride</a> <a href="/psalms/105-24.htm">Enemies</a> <a href="/isaiah/8-21.htm">Enraged</a> <a href="/psalms/106-10.htm">Haters</a> <a href="/proverbs/26-18.htm">Mad</a> <a href="/lamentations/2-16.htm">Rail</a> <a href="/psalms/109-25.htm">Reproach</a> <a href="/proverbs/17-5.htm">Reproached</a> <a href="/songs/8-4.htm">Swear</a> <a href="/psalms/105-9.htm">Sworn</a> <a href="/psalms/109-25.htm">Taunt</a> <a href="/psalms/104-14.htm">Use</a> <a href="/ecclesiastes/2-19.htm">Used</a> <a href="/psalms/140-1.htm">Violent</a><div class="vheading2">Psalm 102</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/102-1.htm">The prophet in his prayer makes a grievous complaint.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">12. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/102-12.htm">He takes comfort in the eternity, and mercy of God</a></span><br><span class="reftext">18. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/102-18.htm">The mercies of God are to be recorded</a></span><br><span class="reftext">23. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/102-23.htm">He sustains his weakness by the unchangeableness of God.</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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The idea of being taunted "all day long" suggests a persistent and unending trial, which can be seen as a metaphor for the ongoing struggles faced by the faithful. In the historical context, this could relate to the period of the Babylonian exile, where the Israelites faced constant derision from their captors. Theologically, this can be connected to the trials faced by believers throughout history, as seen in the New Testament where Jesus warns His followers of persecution (<a href="/john/15-18.htm">John 15:18-20</a>). The psalmist's experience can also be seen as a type of Christ, who endured constant mockery and scorn during His earthly ministry and crucifixion (<a href="/matthew/27-39.htm">Matthew 27:39-44</a>).<p><b>they ridicule me and curse me.</b><br>Ridicule and cursing were common forms of verbal abuse in ancient times, often intended to shame and demoralize the victim. In the cultural context of the psalm, curses were taken seriously as they were believed to have real power. The enemies' actions here can be seen as an attempt to undermine the psalmist's faith and trust in God. This mirrors the experience of Jesus, who was ridiculed and cursed by those who rejected Him (<a href="/luke/22-63.htm">Luke 22:63-65</a>). The psalmist's lament can also be connected to the broader biblical theme of the righteous suffering unjustly, as seen in the story of Job. This phrase highlights the deep emotional and spiritual pain caused by such attacks, yet it also points to the hope of vindication and deliverance by God, as seen throughout the Psalms and fulfilled in the resurrection of Christ.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_psalmist.htm">The Psalmist</a></b><br>The author of <a href="/bsb/psalms/102.htm">Psalm 102</a>, traditionally believed to be David or another figure experiencing deep distress and seeking God's intervention.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/e/enemies.htm">Enemies</a></b><br>The adversaries of the Psalmist, who are relentless in their mockery and hostility.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/g/god.htm">God</a></b><br>The ultimate refuge and source of hope for the Psalmist amidst persecution.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/z/zion.htm">Zion</a></b><br>While not directly mentioned in this verse, the broader context of the Psalm includes a longing for the restoration of Zion, symbolizing God's presence and favor.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_day_of_distress.htm">The Day of Distress</a></b><br>The period of suffering and affliction that the Psalmist is enduring, which is a central theme of the Psalm.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/e/endurance_in_persecution.htm">Endurance in Persecution</a></b><br>The Psalmist's experience teaches us the importance of enduring persecution with faith. Despite the taunts and curses, we are called to remain steadfast in our trust in God.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_reality_of_spiritual_warfare.htm">The Reality of Spiritual Warfare</a></b><br>This verse reminds us that spiritual warfare is real, and believers may face opposition from those who do not understand or accept their faith.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/s/seeking_refuge_in_god.htm">Seeking Refuge in God</a></b><br>In times of distress and ridicule, our ultimate refuge is in God. The Psalmist's cry for help is a model for us to turn to God in prayer and seek His comfort and strength.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_power_of_words.htm">The Power of Words</a></b><br>The ridicule and curses of the enemies highlight the power of words to wound and discourage. As believers, we must be mindful of our speech and use words to build up rather than tear down.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/h/hope_in_god's_justice.htm">Hope in God's Justice</a></b><br>While the Psalmist experiences immediate suffering, there is an underlying hope in God's eventual justice and restoration. We are encouraged to trust in God's timing and His righteous judgment.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_psalm_102.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Psalm 102</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_is_an_imprecatory_prayer.htm">What is an imprecatory prayer?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_does_'gnashing_of_teeth'_mean.htm">What does 'gnashing of teeth' mean?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_does_psalm_137_9_align_with_a_loving_god.htm">How can Psalm 137:9 be reconciled with a just and loving God when it seems to celebrate cruelty against children?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_did_god_allow_bears_to_kill_youths.htm">2 Kings 2:23-24 - Why would God allow bears to kill 42 youths simply for mocking Elisha?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/psalms/102.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(8) <span class= "bld">Sworn against me.</span>--Rather, <span class= "ital">swear by </span>me, <span class= "ital">i.e., </span>make his name a byeword of execration, to be explained by <a href="/isaiah/65-15.htm" title="And you shall leave your name for a curse to my chosen: for the Lord GOD shall slay you, and call his servants by another name:">Isaiah 65:15</a>; <a href="/jeremiah/29-22.htm" title="And of them shall be taken up a curse by all the captivity of Judah which are in Babylon, saying, The LORD make you like Zedekiah and like Ahab, whom the king of Babylon roasted in the fire;">Jeremiah 29:22</a>. LXX. and Vulg., "were swearing against me."<p><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/psalms/102.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 8.</span> - Mine enemies reproach me all the day. The reproach of their enemies was always felt by the Israelites as a bitter aggravation of their afflictions (see <a href="/psalms/42-10.htm">Psalm 42:10</a>; <a href="/psalms/44-13.htm">Psalm 44:13-16</a>; <a href="/psalms/79-4.htm">Psalm 79:4</a>; <a href="/psalms/80-6.htm">Psalm 80:6</a>, etc.). <span class="cmt_word">They that are mad against me are sworn against me;</span> rather, <span class="accented">use me as their curse</span> (comp. <a href="/jeremiah/29-22.htm">Jeremiah 29:22</a>). It was a common form of cursing among the Israelites to wish a man the same fate as had befallen some one whose unhappiness was notorious. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/psalms/102-8.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">All</span><br /><span class="heb">כָּל־</span> <span class="translit">(kāl-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3605.htm">Strong's 3605: </a> </span><span class="str2">The whole, all, any, every</span><br /><br /><span class="word">day long</span><br /><span class="heb">הַ֭יּוֹם</span> <span class="translit">(hay·yō·wm)</span><br /><span class="parse">Article | Noun - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3117.htm">Strong's 3117: </a> </span><span class="str2">A day</span><br /><br /><span class="word">my enemies</span><br /><span class="heb">אוֹיְבָ֑י</span> <span class="translit">(’ō·wy·ḇāy)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine plural construct | first person common singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_341.htm">Strong's 341: </a> </span><span class="str2">Hating, an adversary</span><br /><br /><span class="word">taunt me;</span><br /><span class="heb">חֵרְפ֣וּנִי</span> <span class="translit">(ḥê·rə·p̄ū·nî)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Piel - Perfect - third person common plural | first person common singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2778.htm">Strong's 2778: </a> </span><span class="str2">To pull off, to expose, to betroth, to carp at, defame, to spend the winter</span><br /><br /><span class="word">they ridicule</span><br /><span class="heb">מְ֝הוֹלָלַ֗י</span> <span class="translit">(mə·hō·w·lā·lay)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Pual - Participle - masculine plural construct | first person common singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1984.htm">Strong's 1984: </a> </span><span class="str2">To shine</span><br /><br /><span class="word">and curse me.</span><br /><span class="heb">נִשְׁבָּֽעוּ׃</span> <span class="translit">(niš·bā·‘ū)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Nifal - Perfect - third person common plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7650.htm">Strong's 7650: </a> </span><span class="str2">To seven oneself, swear</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/psalms/102-8.htm">Psalm 102:8 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/psalms/102-8.htm">Psalm 102:8 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/psalms/102-8.htm">Psalm 102:8 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/psalms/102-8.htm">Psalm 102:8 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/psalms/102-8.htm">Psalm 102:8 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/psalms/102-8.htm">Psalm 102:8 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/psalms/102-8.htm">Psalm 102:8 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/psalms/102-8.htm">Psalm 102:8 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/psalms/102-8.htm">Psalm 102:8 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/psalms/102-8.htm">Psalm 102:8 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/psalms/102-8.htm">OT Poetry: Psalm 102:8 My enemies reproach me all day (Psalm Ps Psa.) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/psalms/102-7.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Psalm 102:7"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Psalm 102:7" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/psalms/102-9.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Psalm 102:9"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Psalm 102:9" /></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>