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20 
He [my companion] has put out his hands against those who were at peace with him;
He has [a]broken his covenant [of friendship and loyalty].
21 
The words of his mouth were smoother than butter,
But his heart was hostile;
His words were softer than oil,
Yet they were drawn swords.

22 
Cast your burden on the Lord [release it] and He will sustain and uphold you;
He will never allow the righteous to be shaken (slip, fall, fail).(A)

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Footnotes

  1. Psalm 55:20 Lit profaned.

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