20 He [a]laid his hand upon such as be at peace with him, and he brake his covenant.

21 The words of his mouth were softer than butter, yet war was in his heart, his words were more gentle than oil, yet they were swords.

22 Cast thy [b]burden upon the Lord, and he shall nourish thee: he will not suffer the righteous to fall [c]forever.

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Footnotes

  1. Psalm 55:20 I did not provoke him, but was as at peace with him, yet he made war against me.
  2. Psalm 55:22 Or, gift, to wit, which thou wouldest that God should give thee.
  3. Psalm 55:22 Though for their bettering and trial, he suffer them to slip for a time.

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