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20 Each of my friends[a] raises his hand against his allies;
    each of my friends[b] breaks his word.[c]
21 His mouth is as smooth as butter,
    while war is in his heart.
His words were as smooth as olive oil,
    while his sword is drawn.

22 Cast on the Lord whatever he sends your way,
    and he will sustain you.
        He will never allow the righteous to be shaken.

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Footnotes

  1. Psalm 55:20 Lit. Each one
  2. Psalm 55:20 Lit. Each one
  3. Psalm 55:20 Lit. covenant

20 My companion attacks his friends;(A)
    he violates his covenant.(B)
21 His talk is smooth as butter,(C)
    yet war is in his heart;
his words are more soothing than oil,(D)
    yet they are drawn swords.(E)

22 Cast your cares on the Lord
    and he will sustain you;(F)
he will never let
    the righteous be shaken.(G)

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