Psalm 120:4-6
Amplified Bible
4
Sharp arrows of the warrior,
With the [a]burning coals of the broom tree.
5
Woe to me, for I sojourn in Meshech,
and I live among the tents of Kedar [among hostile people]!(A)
6
Too long my soul has had its dwelling
With those who hate peace.
Footnotes
- Psalm 120:4 The ancient rabbis explained that coals from a broom tree are unusual in that they continue burning on the inside even after they are extinguished on the outside. They compared this to a person who listens to slander: even if you try to persuade him otherwise and he seems to be convinced, he is still “burning” on the inside, i.e. still unconvinced.
Psalm 120:4-6
New International Version
4 He will punish you with a warrior’s sharp arrows,(A)
with burning coals of the broom bush.
5 Woe to me that I dwell in Meshek,
that I live among the tents of Kedar!(B)
6 Too long have I lived
among those who hate peace.
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