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Psalms 55:21 - Meaning and Application

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Translation: World English Bible — Catholic Edition

" His mouth was smooth as butter, but his heart was war. His words were softer than oil, yet they were drawn swords. "

Psalms 55:21

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19 God, who is enthroned forever, will hear and answer them. Selah. They never change and don’t fear God.

20 He raises his hands against his friends. He has violated his covenant.

21 His mouth was smooth as butter, but his heart was war. His words were softer than oil, yet they were drawn swords.

22 Cast your burden on the LORD and he will sustain you. He will never allow the righteous to be moved.

23 But you, God, will bring them down into the pit of destruction. Bloodthirsty and deceitful men shall not live out half their days, but I will trust in you.

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