For, behold, the wicked bend their bows.
They set their arrows on the strings,
that they may shoot in darkness at the upright in heart.
THE SURROUNDING PASSAGE
Psalms 11:2 in context
Psalms 11:1–5
1
In the LORD, I take refuge.
How can you say to my soul, “Flee as a bird to your mountain”?
2
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For, behold, the wicked bend their bows.
They set their arrows on the strings,
that they may shoot in darkness at the upright in heart.
3
If the foundations are destroyed,
what can the righteous do?
4
The LORD is in his holy temple.
The LORD is on his throne in heaven.
His eyes observe.
His eyes examine the children of men.
5
The LORD examines the righteous,
but his soul hates the wicked and him who loves violence.
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