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What does Psalms 57:6 mean?

"They have prepared a net for my steps. My soul is bowed down. They dig a pit before me. They fall into the middle of it themselves. Selah."

— Psalms 57:6 (World English Bible)

Surrounding context

3

He will send from heaven, and save me, he rebukes the one who is pursuing me. Selah. God will send out his loving kindness and his truth.

4

My soul is among lions. I lie among those who are set on fire, even the sons of men, whose teeth are spears and arrows, and their tongue a sharp sword.

5

Be exalted, God, above the heavens! Let your glory be above all the earth!

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They have prepared a net for my steps. My soul is bowed down. They dig a pit before me. They fall into the middle of it themselves. Selah.

7

My heart is steadfast, God, my heart is steadfast. I will sing, yes, I will sing praises.

8

Wake up, my glory! Wake up, lute and harp! I will wake up the dawn.

9

I will give thanks to you, Lord, among the peoples. I will sing praises to you among the nations.

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