Psalm 55:20

American Standard Version

He hath put forth his hands against such as were at peace with him: He hath profaned his covenant.

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Psalm 55:20 in other translations

He raises his hands against his friends.
He has violated his covenant.

Psalm 55:20 · World English Bible

Psalm 55:20 in context

  1. 18He hath redeemed my soul in peace from the battle that was against me; For they were many that strove with me.
  2. 19God will hear, and answer them, Even he that abideth of old, Selah The men who have no changes, And who fear not God.
  3. 20He hath put forth his hands against such as were at peace with him: He hath profaned his covenant.
  4. 21His mouth was smooth as butter, But his heart was war: His words were softer than oil, Yet were they drawn swords.
  5. 22Cast thy burden upon Jehovah, and he will sustain thee: He will never suffer the righteous to be moved.