Psalms 70:3

Let them be turned back Let them turn back, retreating after their ignominious repulse (Psalms 70:2). Cp. Psalms 6:10. The reading of Psalms 40:15 is let them be desolate. The difference probably arose out of a confusion between the letters m and b (ישמו ישבו), but may be due to intentional alteration. for a reward of their shame Better as R.V., by reason of their shame, being foiled in their malicious plans.

Aha, aha An exclamation of malicious pleasure at another's misfortune. Cp. Psalms 35:21; Psalms 35:25. The text of Psalms 40:15 reads -that say unto me"; and so the LXX here, from which it has passed through the Vulg. into the P.B.V., -that cry over me."