Psalms 109:8
Let his days be few; and let another take his office.
Context
This verse from Psalms Chapter 109 connects to 4 cross-references. A lament of David against a vicious adversary who persecutes him with lies and repays evil for good. The notorious imprecatory section asks for the accuser's condemnation, shortened life, fatherless children, and wandering poverty. David appeals to God's steadfast love …
Other Translations
Let his days be few; Andlet another take his office.
His days are few, his oversight another taketh,
Let his life be short; let another take his position of authority.
Cross References
And they gave forth their lots; and the lot fell upon Matthias; and he was numbered with the eleven apostles.
Men and brethren, this scripture must needs have been fulfilled, which the Holy Ghost by the mouth of David spake …
But thou, O God, shalt bring them down into the pit of destruction: bloody and deceitful men shall not live …
And he cast down the pieces of silver in the temple, and departed, and went and hanged himself.