Psalms 52:2

"For the Chief Musician. A contemplation by David, when Doeg the Edomite came and told Saul, “David has come to Ahimelech’s house.” Why do you boast of mischief, mighty man? God’s loving kindness endures continually."

Key Reflection

This verse contrasts boasting in deceit with the enduring nature of God's mercy. David challenges his accuser to recognize that despite any perceived harm or betrayal, God's steadfast love remains constant and unchanging.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Thy tongue deviseth mischiefs -The word rendered “mischiefs” means (a) desire, cupidity:Proverbs 10:3; then (b) fall, ruin, destruction, wickedness:Psalms 5:9;Psalms 38:12. The meaning here is, that he made use of his tongue to ruin others. ComparePsalms 50:19. The particular thing referred to here is the fact that Doeg sought the ruin of others by giving “information” in regard to them. He “informed” Saul of what Ahimelech had done; he informed him where David had been, thus giving him, also, information in what way he might be found and apprehended. All this was “designed” to bring ruin upon David and his followers.

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