Psalms 139:20

King James Version (public domain)

Traditionally attributed to David · c. 10th century BC · King of Israel; author of many Psalms (compiled with other writers)

For they speak against thee wickedly, and thine enemies take thy name in vain.

Context

18If I should count them, they are more in number than the sand: when I awake, I am still with thee.

19Surely thou wilt slay the wicked, O God: depart from me therefore, ye bloody men.

20For they speak against thee wickedly, and thine enemies take thy name in vain.

21Do not I hate them, O LORD, that hate thee? and am not I grieved with those that rise up against thee?

22I hate them with perfect hatred: I count them mine enemies.