Psalm 109:8
“Let his days be few; and let another take his office.”
King James Version
An imprecation on the treacherous adversary — which Peter applied to Judas and the choosing of his replacement.
Fulfillment References
Acts 1:20 Psalm 69:25 John 17:12 Matthew 27:5
How Traditions Read This Prophecy
Apostolic (Oneness) PentecostalPeter applied this to Judas's replacement (Acts 1:20) — the betrayer of the one Lord Jesus, his office given to another.
JewishAn imprecatory plea against a treacherous enemy — calling for his removal and replacement.
CatholicPeter applies 'let another take his office' to Judas, replaced by Matthias (Acts 1:20).
ProtestantPeter cites this of Judas (Acts 1:20) — his office given to another after his fall.
OrthodoxRead of Judas, the fallen apostle replaced.
DispensationalThe betrayer's removal and replacement, fulfilled in Judas.
AcademicPeter's pairing of Ps. 69:25 and 109:8 (Acts 1:20) is a notable example of early Christian testimonia.
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