They speak one thing, and mean another, and under a pretence of kindness they seek my destruction; which makes it difficult for me to know how I should carry myself to them; wherein therefore I have begged thy direction. Their throat; either,
1. Metonymically; their speech coming out of their throat, though smooth and subtle, yet is most pernicious. Or,
2. Properly; their throat and mouth are wide opened, ready to devour all that come within their reach. A metaphor from wild beasts gaping for the prey. They flatter with their tongue; they make show of piety and friendship, that they may more easily deceive and destroy me.