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Psalm Twelve – Translation of the Song

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12,1 For the Leader, on the Sheminith. A Song by David. 12,2 Deliver [me], ADONAI, for no more is the devout, for no longer are the faithful among the children of Adam. 12,3 Empty [words] will speak every man to his companion; with smooth lip, and with two hearts, they will speak. 12,4 Cast off, ADONAI, all smooth lips, …

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Literary Analysis of Psalm 12

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Click here to read “Psalm Twelve– Translation of the Song” The structure of Psalm 12 mirrors its content exactly; their reflection, each of the other, parallel. The song consists of 9 lines, with verses 3, 6 and 9 explicitly exemplifying the intricate, intimate connection between form and idea; the numbers themselves indicating both a duality …

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