Psalms 7:4
Psalms 7:4 Meaning and Explanation
“If I have rewarded evil unto him that was at peace with me; (yea, I have delivered him that without cause is mine enemy:)”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →David insists he never betrayed someone who was peaceful or friendly to him.
The Context of Psalms 7:4
David details specific ways he claims to be innocent.
What Does Psalms 7:4 Mean?
David goes deeper into his defense. He swears he has never repaid anyone's kindness with harm or treachery. He has not stabbed a friend in the back to gain an advantage or escape trouble.
The parenthetical remark clarifies: he has never handed over a person to danger or death simply because that person became his enemy without just cause. His hands are clean of such betrayal.
Frequently Asked Questions About Psalms 7:4
What does Psalms 7:4 mean?
David insists he never betrayed someone who was peaceful or friendly to him.
What is the context of Psalms 7:4?
David details specific ways he claims to be innocent.