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David prays and hopes for deliverance from his enemies, ver. 1 - 7.
Foretells their destruction, ver. 8 - 13.
To the chief musician, A psalm of David.
3: Tongues - Using words as sharp and piercing as the sting of a
serpent.
9: Mischief - The mischief which they design against me, shall fall
upon themselves.
10: Coals - Divine vengeance, which is compared to coals of fire.
13: Dwell - Shall constantly enjoy thy gracious and powerful presence.