Psalms 69:12
“They that sit in the gate speak against me; and I was the song of the drunkards.”
What does Psalms 69:12 mean?
Psalm 69:12 in the King James Version of the Bible reads, "They that sit in the gate speak against me; and I was the song of the drunkards." The book of Psalms is a collection of 150 poetic and lyrical expressions of praise, lament, thanksgiving, and petition to God. Psalm 69 is…
Read full commentaryDevotionalFinding Strength in Suffering: A Reflection on Psalm 69:12
In the tapestry of biblical scripture, few passages capture the nuances of human pain and divine presence as poignantly as Psalm 69:12. In the King James Version, it reads, "They that sit in the gate speak against me; and I was the song of the drunkards." This verse reverberates…
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O Lord God of hosts, I come before You today with a heart that longs for Your comfort and wisdom. Your Word in Psalm 69:12 reminds me of the painful realities of life, where those in places of authority and influence, who sit in the gate, may conspire against the faithful. I…
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