Psalms 59:2

"For the Chief Musician. To the tune of “Do Not Destroy.” A poem by David, when Saul sent, and they watched the house to kill him. Deliver me from my enemies, my God. Set me on high from those who rise up against me."

Key Reflection

Psalms 59:2 reflects David's intense plea for divine protection during a time of great danger. In first-century Israel, the concept of "rise up against" (שָׁאַל, sha'al) could imply not just physical threats but also psychological and social attacks, reflecting the complex dynamics of court politics and personal vendettas. David's cry to be delivered from his enemies (מְאֵר, me'er) underscores both his fear for his life and his trust in God’s sovereign power to intervene on his behalf.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Deliver me from the workers of iniquity -The workers of iniquity here referred to were Saul and those whom he employed to carry out his murderous purpose - the people that had been sent to slay him. And save me from bloody men -Hebrew, “Men of bloods;” that is, men whose trade is blood; who seek to shed my blood, or who seek my life. SeePsalms 5:6, note;Psalms 26:9, note;Psalms 55:23, note.

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