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With their mouths they bless, but in their hearts they curse.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/psalms/62.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />They plan to topple me from my high position. They delight in telling lies about me. They praise me to my face but curse me in their hearts. Interlude<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/psalms/62.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />They only plan to thrust him down from his high position. They take pleasure in falsehood. They bless with their mouths, but inwardly they curse. Selah<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/psalms/62.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />They fully intend to cast him down from his lofty perch; they delight in lies; with their mouths they bless, but inwardly they curse. Selah<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/psalms/62.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />They only consult to cast <i>him</i> down from his excellency: they delight in lies: they bless with their mouth, but they curse inwardly. Selah.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/psalms/62.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />They only consult to cast <i>him</i> down from his high position; They delight in lies; They bless with their mouth, But they curse inwardly. Selah</i><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/psalms/62.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />They have planned only to thrust him down from his high position; They delight in falsehood; They bless with their mouth, But inwardly they curse. Selah<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/psalms/62.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />They have counseled only to thrust him down from his high position; They delight in falsehood; They bless with their mouth, But inwardly they curse. Selah.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/psalms/62.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />They have counseled only to thrust him down from his high position; They delight in falsehood; They bless with their mouth, But inwardly they curse. Selah.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/psalms/62.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />Surely they have counseled to thrust him down from his high position; They find pleasure in falsehood; They bless with their mouth, But inwardly they curse. Selah.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/psalms/62.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />They consult only to throw him down from his high position [to dishonor him]; They delight in lies. They bless with [the words of] their mouths, But inwardly they curse. Selah.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/psalms/62.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />They only plan to bring him down from his high position. They take pleasure in lying; they bless with their mouths, but they curse inwardly. Selah<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/psalms/62.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />They only plan to bring him down from his high position. They take pleasure in lying; they bless with their mouths, but they curse inwardly. Selah <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/psalms/62.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />They only consult to thrust him down from his dignity; They delight in lies; They bless with their mouth, but they curse inwardly. [Selah<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/psalms/62.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />You want to bring me down from my place of honor. You love to tell lies, and when your words are kind, hatred hides in your heart. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/psalms/62.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />They only consult to thrust him down from his excellency; they delight in lies: they bless with their mouth, but they curse inwardly. Selah<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/psalms/62.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />They plan to force him out of his high position. They are happy to lie. They bless with their mouths, but in their hearts they curse. [Selah]<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/psalms/62.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />You only want to bring him down from his place of honor; you take pleasure in lies. You speak words of blessing, but in your heart you curse him. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/psalms/62.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />They plan to cast him down from his exalted position. They delight in lies; their mouth utters blessings, while their heart is cursing. Interlude<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/psalms/62.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />They fully intend to cast him down from his lofty perch; they delight in lies; with their mouths they bless, but inwardly they curse. Selah<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/psalms/62.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />They spend all their time planning how to bring him down. They love to use deceit; they pronounce blessings with their mouths, but inwardly they utter curses. (Selah) <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/psalms/62.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />They fully intend to throw him down from his lofty place. They delight in lies. They bless with their mouth, but they curse inwardly. Selah.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/psalms/62.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />They only consult to cast him down from his excellence: they delight in lies: they bless with their mouth, but they curse inwardly. Selah.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/psalms/62.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />They fully intend to throw him down from his lofty place. They delight in lies. They bless with their mouth, but they curse inwardly. Selah. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/psalms/62.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />Only—from his excellence "" They have consulted to drive away, "" They enjoy a lie, they bless with their mouth, "" And revile with their heart. Selah.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/psalms/62.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> Only -- from his excellency They have consulted to drive away, They enjoy a lie, with their mouth they bless, And with their heart revile. Selah.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/psalms/62.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />Surely they counseled to thrust down his lifting up: they will delight in falsehood: with their mouth they will praise, and in their inward parts they will curse. Silence.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/psalms/62.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />But they have thought to cast away my price; I ran in thirst: they blessed with their mouth, but cursed with their heart. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/psalms/62.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br /><V 61:5>So, truly, they intended to reject my price. I ran in thirst. They blessed with their mouth and cursed with their heart.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/psalms/62.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />Even highly placed people plot to overthrow him. They delight in lies; they bless with their mouths, but inwardly they curse. <i>Selah</i> <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/psalms/62.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />Their only plan is to bring down a person of prominence. They take pleasure in falsehood; they bless with their mouths, but inwardly they curse. Selah<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/psalms/62.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />For you have thought to cast him down from his excellency; you delight in lies; you bless with your mouths, but curse with your hearts.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/psalms/62.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />But they also thought to cast him out from his honor and they have run with lies; they bless with their mouths and they curse with their heart.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/psalms/62.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />They only devise to thrust him down from his height, delighting in lies; They bless with their mouth, but they curse inwardly. Selah <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/psalms/62.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />They only took counsel to set at nought mine honour: I ran in thirst: with their mouth they blessed, but with their heart they cursed. Pause.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/psalms/62-4.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=7263" 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/62.htm">Waiting on God</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">3</span>How long will you threaten a man? Will all of you throw him down like a leaning wall or a tottering fence? <span class="reftext">4</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/389.htm" title="389: ’aḵ (Adv) -- Surely, howbeit. Akin to 'aken; a particle of affirmation, surely; hence only.">They fully</a> <a href="/hebrew/3289.htm" title="3289: yā·‘ă·ṣū (V-Qal-Perf-3cp) -- To advise, counsel. A primitive root; to advise; reflexively, to deliberate or resolve.">intend</a> <a href="/hebrew/5080.htm" title="5080: lə·had·dî·aḥ (Prep-l:: V-Hifil-Inf) -- To impel, thrust, banish. A primitive root; to push off; used in a great variety of applications, literally and figuratively.">to cast him down</a> <a href="/hebrew/7613.htm" title="7613: miś·śə·’ê·ṯōw (Prep-m:: N-fsc:: 3ms) -- From nasa'; an elevation or leprous scab; figuratively, elation or cheerfulness; exaltation in rank or character.">from his lofty perch;</a> <a href="/hebrew/7521.htm" title="7521: yir·ṣū (V-Qal-Imperf-3mp) -- To be pleased with, accept favorably. A primitive root; to be pleased with; specifically, to satisfy a debt.">they delight</a> <a href="/hebrew/3577.htm" title="3577: ḵā·zāḇ (N-ms) -- A lie, falsehood, deceptive thing. From kazab; falsehood; literally or figuratively.">in lies;</a> <a href="/hebrew/6310.htm" title="6310: bə·p̄îw (Prep-b:: N-msc:: 3ms) -- Mouth. From pa'ah; the mouth, whether literal or figurative; specifically edge, portion or side; adverbially according to.">with their mouths</a> <a href="/hebrew/1288.htm" title="1288: yə·ḇā·rê·ḵū (V-Piel-Imperf-3mp) -- To kneel, bless. A primitive root; to kneel; by implication to bless God, and man; also to curse.">they bless,</a> <a href="/hebrew/7043.htm" title="7043: yə·qal·lū- (V-Piel-Imperf-3mp) -- To be slight, swift or trifling. A primitive root; to be light, literally Or figuratively.">but inwardly they curse.</a> <a href="/hebrew/7130.htm" title="7130: ū·ḇə·qir·bām (Conj-w, Prep-b:: N-msc:: 3mp) -- Inward part, midst. From qarab; properly, the nearest part, i.e. The center, whether literal, figurative or adverbial."></a> <a href="/hebrew/5542.htm" title="5542: se·lāh (Interjection) -- To lift up, exalt. From calah; suspension, i.e. Pause.">Selah</a> </span><span class="reftext">5</span>Rest in God alone, O my soul, for my hope comes from Him.…<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="/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/26-59.htm">Matthew 26:59-61</a></span><br />Now the chief priests and the whole Sanhedrin were seeking false testimony against Jesus in order to put Him to death. / But they did not find any, though many false witnesses came forward. Finally two came forward / and declared, “This man said, ‘I am able to destroy the temple of God and rebuild it in three days.’”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/mark/14-55.htm">Mark 14:55-59</a></span><br />Now the chief priests and the whole Sanhedrin were seeking testimony against Jesus to put Him to death, but they did not find any. / For many bore false witness against Jesus, but their testimony was inconsistent. / Then some men stood up and testified falsely against Him: ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/luke/20-20.htm">Luke 20:20-23</a></span><br />So they watched Him closely and sent spies who pretended to be sincere. They were hoping to catch Him in His words in order to hand Him over to the rule and authority of the governor. / “Teacher,” they inquired, “we know that You speak and teach correctly. You show no partiality but teach the way of God in accordance with the truth. / Is it lawful for us to pay taxes to Caesar or not?” ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/john/8-44.htm">John 8:44</a></span><br />You belong to your father, the devil, and you want to carry out his desires. He was a murderer from the beginning, refusing to uphold the truth, because there is no truth in him. When he lies, he speaks his native language, because he is a liar and the father of lies.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/romans/3-13.htm">Romans 3:13</a></span><br />“Their throats are open graves; their tongues practice deceit.” “The venom of vipers is on their lips.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/james/3-6.htm">James 3:6-8</a></span><br />The tongue also is a fire, a world of wickedness among the parts of the body. It pollutes the whole person, sets the course of his life on fire, and is itself set on fire by hell. / All kinds of animals, birds, reptiles, and creatures of the sea are being tamed and have been tamed by man, / but no man can tame the tongue. It is a restless evil, full of deadly poison.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_peter/3-16.htm">1 Peter 3:16</a></span><br />keeping a clear conscience, so that those who slander you may be put to shame by your good behavior in Christ.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/26-24.htm">Proverbs 26:24-26</a></span><br />A hateful man disguises himself with his speech, but he lays up deceit in his heart. / When he speaks graciously, do not believe him, for seven abominations fill his heart. / Though his hatred is concealed by deception, his wickedness will be exposed in the assembly.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/29-21.htm">Isaiah 29:21</a></span><br />those who indict a man with a word, who ensnare the mediator at the gate, and who with false charges deprive the innocent of justice.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/jeremiah/9-3.htm">Jeremiah 9:3-6</a></span><br />“They bend their tongues like bows; lies prevail over truth in the land. For they proceed from evil to evil, and they do not take Me into account,” declares the LORD. / “Let everyone guard against his neighbor; do not trust any brother, for every brother deals craftily, and every friend spreads slander. / Each one betrays his friend; no one tells the truth. They have taught their tongues to lie; they wear themselves out committing iniquity. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/micah/6-12.htm">Micah 6:12</a></span><br />For the wealthy of the city are full of violence, and its residents speak lies; their tongues are deceitful in their mouths.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/12-34.htm">Matthew 12:34-37</a></span><br />You brood of vipers, how can you who are evil say anything good? For out of the overflow of the heart the mouth speaks. / The good man brings good things out of his good store of treasure, and the evil man brings evil things out of his evil store of treasure. / But I tell you that men will give an account on the day of judgment for every careless word they have spoken. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/luke/11-53.htm">Luke 11:53-54</a></span><br />As Jesus went on from there, the scribes and Pharisees began to oppose Him bitterly and to ply Him with questions about many things, / waiting to catch Him in something He might say.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/john/10-10.htm">John 10:10</a></span><br />The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy. I have come that they may have life, and have it in all its fullness.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">They only consult to cast him down from his excellency: they delight in lies: they bless with their mouth, but they curse inwardly. Selah.</p><p class="hdg">consult</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/2-1.htm">Psalm 2:1-3</a></b></br> Why do the heathen rage, and the people imagine a vain thing? … </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/matthew/2-3.htm">Matthew 2:3,4,16</a></b></br> When Herod the king had heard <i>these things</i>, he was troubled, and all Jerusalem with him… </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/matthew/22-15.htm">Matthew 22:15,23,34,35</a></b></br> Then went the Pharisees, and took counsel how they might entangle him in <i>his</i> talk… </p><p class="hdg">delight</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/52-3.htm">Psalm 52:3</a></b></br> Thou lovest evil more than good; <i>and</i> lying rather than to speak righteousness. Selah.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/119-163.htm">Psalm 119:163</a></b></br> I hate and abhor lying: <i>but</i> thy law do I love.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/6-17.htm">Proverbs 6:17</a></b></br> A proud look, a lying tongue, and hands that shed innocent blood,</p><p class="hdg">bless</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/28-3.htm">Psalm 28:3</a></b></br> Draw me not away with the wicked, and with the workers of iniquity, which speak peace to their neighbours, but mischief <i>is</i> in their hearts.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/55-21.htm">Psalm 55:21</a></b></br> <i>The words</i> of his mouth were smoother than butter, but war <i>was</i> in his heart: his words were softer than oil, yet <i>were</i> they drawn swords.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/luke/20-20.htm">Luke 20:20</a></b></br> And they watched <i>him</i>, and sent forth spies, which should feign themselves just men, that they might take hold of his words, that so they might deliver him unto the power and authority of the governor.</p><p class="hdg">inwardly [heb.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/5-9.htm">Psalm 5:9</a></b></br> For <i>there is</i> no faithfulness in their mouth; their inward part <i>is</i> very wickedness; their throat <i>is</i> an open sepulchre; they flatter with their tongue.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/51-6.htm">Psalm 51:6</a></b></br> Behold, thou desirest truth in the inward parts: and in the hidden <i>part</i> thou shalt make me to know wisdom.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/luke/11-39.htm">Luke 11:39</a></b></br> And the Lord said unto him, Now do ye Pharisees make clean the outside of the cup and the platter; but your inward part is full of ravening and wickedness.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/psalms/34-1.htm">Bless</a> <a href="/psalms/41-2.htm">Blessing</a> <a href="/psalms/62-3.htm">Cast</a> <a href="/esther/1-13.htm">Consult</a> <a href="/psalms/16-7.htm">Counseled</a> <a href="/psalms/59-12.htm">Curse</a> <a href="/psalms/59-12.htm">Deceit</a> <a href="/psalms/51-19.htm">Delight</a> <a href="/colossians/2-18.htm">Delighting</a> <a href="/psalms/62-3.htm">Devise</a> <a href="/job/40-10.htm">Eminence</a> <a href="/psalms/47-4.htm">Excellence</a> <a href="/psalms/47-4.htm">Excellency</a> <a href="/psalms/52-3.htm">Falsehood</a> <a href="/psalms/51-2.htm">Fully</a> <a href="/psalms/10-4.htm">Height</a> <a href="/psalms/62-2.htm">High</a> <a href="/psalms/61-5.htm">Honour</a> <a href="/job/6-26.htm">Intend</a> <a href="/psalms/51-6.htm">Inward</a> <a href="/1_timothy/4-6.htm">Inwardly</a> <a href="/job/22-12.htm">Lofty</a> <a href="/psalms/59-12.htm">Mouth</a> <a href="/psalms/51-6.htm">Part</a> <a href="/psalms/21-11.htm">Plan</a> <a href="/psalms/51-18.htm">Pleasure</a> <a href="/psalms/48-2.htm">Position</a> <a href="/psalms/61-4.htm">Selah</a> <a href="/psalms/55-19.htm">Thought</a> <a href="/psalms/62-3.htm">Throw</a> <a href="/psalms/36-12.htm">Thrust</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/psalms/63-4.htm">Bless</a> <a href="/psalms/63-4.htm">Blessing</a> <a href="/psalms/68-4.htm">Cast</a> <a href="/psalms/71-10.htm">Consult</a> <a href="/jeremiah/28-16.htm">Counseled</a> <a href="/psalms/69-24.htm">Curse</a> <a href="/psalms/72-14.htm">Deceit</a> <a href="/psalms/68-3.htm">Delight</a> <a href="/proverbs/8-31.htm">Delighting</a> <a href="/psalms/64-6.htm">Devise</a> <a href="/job/40-10.htm">Eminence</a> <a href="/psalms/68-34.htm">Excellence</a> <a href="/psalms/68-34.htm">Excellency</a> <a href="/psalms/101-7.htm">Falsehood</a> <a href="/psalms/93-5.htm">Fully</a> <a href="/psalms/102-19.htm">Height</a> <a href="/psalms/62-6.htm">High</a> <a href="/psalms/62-7.htm">Honour</a> <a href="/isaiah/10-7.htm">Intend</a> <a href="/psalms/64-6.htm">Inward</a> <a href="/proverbs/23-7.htm">Inwardly</a> <a href="/psalms/104-13.htm">Lofty</a> <a href="/psalms/63-5.htm">Mouth</a> <a href="/psalms/64-6.htm">Part</a> <a href="/psalms/64-6.htm">Plan</a> <a href="/psalms/69-13.htm">Pleasure</a> <a href="/psalms/62-9.htm">Position</a> <a href="/psalms/62-8.htm">Selah</a> <a href="/psalms/63-6.htm">Thought</a> <a href="/psalms/73-18.htm">Throw</a> <a href="/psalms/118-13.htm">Thrust</a><div class="vheading2">Psalm 62</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/62-1.htm">David, professing his confidence in God, discourages his enemies</a></span><br><span class="reftext">5. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/62-5.htm">In the same confidence he encourages the godly</a></span><br><span class="reftext">9. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/62-9.htm">No trust is to be put in worldly things</a></span><br><span class="reftext">11. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/62-11.htm">Power and mercy belong to 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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In the biblical context, this can be seen as a reflection of the constant threats faced by King David from his enemies, both external and internal. The "lofty perch" symbolizes a place of authority or divine favor, which David often occupied as God's anointed king. This imagery can also be connected to the broader biblical theme of the righteous being targeted by the wicked, as seen in other Psalms (e.g., <a href="/psalms/37-12.htm">Psalm 37:12-15</a>). The phrase may also foreshadow the ultimate rejection and crucifixion of Jesus Christ, who was cast down by those who opposed Him despite His divine authority.<p><b>they delight in lies;</b><br>This part of the verse highlights the deceitful nature of David's adversaries. In the cultural and historical context of ancient Israel, truthfulness was a valued trait, and lying was seen as a serious moral failing. The delight in lies indicates a deep-seated corruption and a willingness to use falsehoods to achieve one's ends. This behavior is condemned throughout Scripture, as seen in <a href="/proverbs/6-16.htm">Proverbs 6:16-19</a>, where lying is listed among the things the Lord hates. The delight in lies can also be seen as a type of the false accusations and deceit faced by Jesus during His ministry and trial.<p><b>with their mouths they bless, but inwardly they curse.</b><br>This phrase describes the hypocrisy of David's enemies, who outwardly appear to offer blessings while secretly harboring ill intentions. This duplicity is a common theme in the Psalms, where the righteous often lament the deceitful nature of their foes (e.g., <a href="/psalms/55-21.htm">Psalm 55:21</a>). In the broader biblical narrative, this behavior is reminiscent of the Pharisees and religious leaders during Jesus' time, who outwardly appeared righteous but were inwardly corrupt (<a href="/matthew/23-27.htm">Matthew 23:27-28</a>). The contrast between outward speech and inward intent underscores the biblical principle that God judges the heart, not just external actions (<a href="/1_samuel/16-7.htm">1 Samuel 16:7</a>).<p><b>Selah</b><br>The term "Selah" is often used in the Psalms as a pause for reflection or emphasis. While its exact meaning is uncertain, it serves as an invitation for the reader or listener to contemplate the preceding words deeply. In this context, "Selah" encourages reflection on the nature of deceit and the challenges faced by the righteous, prompting a meditation on God's justice and faithfulness in the face of human treachery.<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/62.htm">Psalm 62</a>, David is expressing his trust in God amidst adversaries.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/a/adversaries.htm">Adversaries</a></b><br>The unnamed individuals or groups who seek to bring down the psalmist, representing those who oppose the righteous.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/s/selah.htm">Selah</a></b><br>A term used in the Psalms, possibly indicating a pause for reflection or musical interlude.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/t/the_danger_of_deception.htm">The Danger of Deception</a></b><br>Recognize the harm that deceitful words can cause, both to the speaker and the listener.<br><br>Be vigilant against those who may appear supportive but harbor ill intentions.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/g/guarding_the_heart.htm">Guarding the Heart</a></b><br>Ensure that your words align with your heart's intentions, striving for integrity and sincerity.<br><br>Reflect on your motivations and seek to purify your heart through prayer and scripture.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/trust_in_god_amidst_opposition.htm">Trust in God Amidst Opposition</a></b><br>Like David, place your trust in God when faced with adversaries who seek to harm you.<br><br>Remember that God is aware of the true intentions of the heart and will uphold the righteous.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_power_of_words.htm">The Power of Words</a></b><br>Understand the impact of your words and use them to bless genuinely, not to manipulate or deceive.<br><br>Encourage others to speak truthfully and with love, reflecting the character of Christ.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_psalm_62.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Psalm 62</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/will_you_follow_my_instructions.htm">What is the meaning of 'I shall not be moved'?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_does_suffering_exist_if_god_is_loving.htm">How can suffering exist with a loving, omnipotent God?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_do_psalm_62_9_and_genesis_1_27_align.htm">Psalm 62:9 suggests all people are 'nothing' in comparison to God--how does this align with other passages like Genesis 1:27 that emphasize human value?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_is_atman_in_hinduism.htm">What do owls symbolize in the Bible?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/psalms/62.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(4) <span class= "bld">Their mouth.</span>--Literally, <span class= "ital">his mouth. They bless each with his mouth, </span>&c<p><span class= "bld">Excellency.</span>--Rather, <span class= "ital">height, </span>carrying on the metaphor of preceding verse.<p><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/psalms/62.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 4.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">They only consult to cast him down from his excellency;</span> <span class="accented">i</span>.<span class="accented">e</span>. they have no other thought but this - to cast me down from my high station, while I have no other thought but to trust in God, and to look to him for support and protection (vers. 1, 2, 6). <span class="cmt_word">They delight in lies.</span> Some indication of the "lies" circulated against David at this Time is given in <a href="/2_samuel/15-3.htm">2 Samuel 15:3-5</a>; <a href="/2_samuel/16-7.htm">2 Samuel 16:7, 8</a>. <span class="cmt_word">They bless with their mouth, but they curse inwardly;</span> literally, <span class="accented">they bless with his mouth</span>, which may be explained as meaning either, "They bless, each of them, with his mouth" (Kay, Cheyne), or "they Bless through the mouth of their leader " - <span class="accented">i</span>.<span class="accented">e</span>. Ahithophel (Canon Cook). <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/psalms/62-4.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">They fully</span><br /><span class="heb">אַ֤ךְ</span> <span class="translit">(’aḵ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Adverb<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_389.htm">Strong's 389: </a> </span><span class="str2">A particle of affirmation, surely</span><br /><br /><span class="word">intend</span><br /><span class="heb">יָעֲצ֣וּ</span> <span class="translit">(yā·‘ă·ṣū)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person common plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3289.htm">Strong's 3289: </a> </span><span class="str2">To advise, to deliberate, resolve</span><br /><br /><span class="word">to topple him</span><br /><span class="heb">לְהַדִּיחַ֮</span> <span class="translit">(lə·had·dî·aḥ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-l | Verb - Hifil - Infinitive construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5080.htm">Strong's 5080: </a> </span><span class="str2">To impel, thrust, banish</span><br /><br /><span class="word">from his lofty perch;</span><br /><span class="heb">מִשְּׂאֵת֨וֹ ׀</span> <span class="translit">(miś·śə·’ê·ṯōw)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-m | Noun - feminine singular construct | third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7613.htm">Strong's 7613: </a> </span><span class="str2">An elevation, leprous scab, elation, cheerfulness, exaltation in rank, character</span><br /><br /><span class="word">they delight</span><br /><span class="heb">יִרְצ֪וּ</span> <span class="translit">(yir·ṣū)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7521.htm">Strong's 7521: </a> </span><span class="str2">To be pleased with, to satisfy a, debt</span><br /><br /><span class="word">in lies;</span><br /><span class="heb">כָ֫זָ֥ב</span> <span class="translit">(ḵā·zāḇ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3577.htm">Strong's 3577: </a> </span><span class="str2">A lie, falsehood, deceptive thing</span><br /><br /><span class="word">with their mouths</span><br /><span class="heb">בְּפִ֥יו</span> <span class="translit">(bə·p̄îw)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-b | Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_6310.htm">Strong's 6310: </a> </span><span class="str2">The mouth, edge, portion, side, according to</span><br /><br /><span class="word">they bless,</span><br /><span class="heb">יְבָרֵ֑כוּ</span> <span class="translit">(yə·ḇā·rê·ḵū)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Piel - Imperfect - third person masculine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1288.htm">Strong's 1288: </a> </span><span class="str2">To kneel, to bless God, man, to curse</span><br /><br /><span class="word">but inwardly they curse.</span><br /><span class="heb">יְקַלְלוּ־</span> <span class="translit">(yə·qal·lū-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Piel - Imperfect - third person masculine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7043.htm">Strong's 7043: </a> </span><span class="str2">To be slight, swift or trifling</span><br /><br /><span class="word">Selah</span><br /><span class="heb">סֶֽלָה׃</span> <span class="translit">(se·lāh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Interjection<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5542.htm">Strong's 5542: </a> </span><span class="str2">Suspension, pause</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/psalms/62-4.htm">Psalm 62:4 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/psalms/62-4.htm">Psalm 62:4 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/psalms/62-4.htm">Psalm 62:4 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/psalms/62-4.htm">Psalm 62:4 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/psalms/62-4.htm">Psalm 62:4 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/psalms/62-4.htm">Psalm 62:4 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/psalms/62-4.htm">Psalm 62:4 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/psalms/62-4.htm">Psalm 62:4 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/psalms/62-4.htm">Psalm 62:4 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/psalms/62-4.htm">Psalm 62:4 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/psalms/62-4.htm">OT Poetry: Psalm 62:4 They fully intend to throw him down (Psalm Ps Psa.) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/psalms/62-3.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Psalm 62:3"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Psalm 62:3" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/psalms/62-5.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Psalm 62:5"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Psalm 62:5" /></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>