Yes, you turn back the edge of his sword,
and haven’t supported him in battle.
THE SURROUNDING PASSAGE
Psalms 89:43 in context
Psalms 89:40–46
40
You have broken down all his hedges.
You have brought his strongholds to ruin.
41
All who pass by the way rob him.
He has become a reproach to his neighbors.
42
You have exalted the right hand of his adversaries.
You have made all of his enemies rejoice.
43
Selected verse
Yes, you turn back the edge of his sword,
and haven’t supported him in battle.
44
You have ended his splendor,
and thrown his throne down to the ground.
45
You have shortened the days of his youth.
You have covered him with shame. Selah.
46
How long, LORD?
Will you hide yourself forever?
Will your wrath burn like fire?
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