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NASB | Psalm 55:20 He has put forth his hands against those who were at peace with him; He has violated his covenant. |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | Psalm 55:20 He [my companion] has put out his hands against those who were at peace with him; He has broken his covenant [of friendship and loyalty]. |
Bible Question (short): Punishment for the Traitor / Friend? |
Question (full): The Psalms so often cut to the heart. This one (55 -- read the whole thing) brings up specific memories for me -- but also raises a difficult question. The Psalm describes betrayal by a close friend -- this is the part I can relate to clearly. The resolution offered by the text, however, is not reconcilliation or forgiveness -- but to hand the treacherous friend over to God's punishment. I yearn for reconciliation -- and understand Christ-like friendship to include the way of forgiveness and suffering. How then should I understand this Psalm? Are there other texts I should look at? |
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Questions and/or Subjects for Ps 55:20 | Author | ||
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inmyheart | ||
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gracefull |