Psalm 7:15-8:2 NIV

James Gray's Concise Bible Commentary - Psalms 7:1-17

The length of our lessons in this book are determined rather arbitrarily by the length of the different psalms, or the special interest found in them. We have in mind weekly classes wishing to study the whole Bible in a connected way, and yet avoid tediousness in the process. The six psalms included in the last lesson might easily be read by the class in a week; and on the Lord’s Day, the teacher with the assistance of the questions, would have little difficulty in fastening the facts and their... read more

Joseph Parker

The People's Bible by Joseph Parker - Psalms 7:1-17

Psalms 7:0 [Note. This psalm was composed when David and his band were surrounded by the snares which had been laid for them by the agents of Saul. The psalm was occasioned by the treachery of Cush. The word Shiggaion , which is at the head of it, is a musical term, and probably denotes a lyrical composition indicative of high mental excitement. The first part, of five verses, closes with "Selah." The remainder is divisible into two parts of six verses each; but the last verse stands alone, in... read more

Robert Hawker

Hawker's Poor Man's Commentary - Psalms 7:10-16

If we read these verses with reference to David's history, how were these truths confirmed in the instance of the Benjamite Saul? And if we read them with reference to a greater than David, even David's Lord, what an awful example doth the history of Judas afford in confirmation. Acts 1:18 . read more

George Haydock

George Haydock's Catholic Bible Commentary - Psalms 7:15

Iniquity. Hebrew, "a lie." All the labour of the wicked ends in smoke. See Micheas ii. 1., and Isaias lix. 4. (Haydock) --- The psalmist sometimes speaks of many enemies, and sometimes of one, who was the chief. Yet what he says of him must, according to the genius of the Hebrew language, be applied to the rest. (Berthier) --- Saul, (Calmet) Absalom, and Achitophel, each found their ruin, in their unjust attempts. (Haydock) --- They had injustice in view, and were actuated by envy, which... read more

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry's Concise Commentary on the Bible - Psalms 7:10-17

10-17 David is confident that he shall find God his powerful Saviour. The destruction of sinners may be prevented by their conversion; for it is threatened, If he turn not from his evil way, let him expect it will be his ruin. But amidst the threatenings of wrath, we have a gracious offer of mercy. God gives sinners warning of their danger, and space to repent, and prevent it. He is slow to punish, and long-suffering to us-ward, not willing that any should perish. The sinner is described, ver.... read more

Paul E. Kretzmann

The Popular Commentary by Paul E. Kretzmann - Psalms 7:8-17

David's Confident Trust v. 8. The Lord, the great Judge of all men, shall judge the people, David at that time confidently expecting a decision in his favor. Judge me, O Lord, according to my righteousness; for he was sure of being acquitted of deliberate wrong-doing if the record of his life were tested, and according to mine integrity that is in me, according to which David always led his life. v. 9. Oh, let the wickedness of the wicked come to an end, putting a stop to their torturing of... read more

Johann Peter Lange

Lange's Commentary on the Holy Scriptures: Critical, Doctrinal and Homiletical - Psalms 7:1-17

Psalms 7:0Shiggaion of David, which he sang unto the LORD, concerning the words of Cush the Benjamite1 O Lord my God, in thee do I put my trust:Save me from all them that persecute me, and deliver me:2 Lest he tear my soul like a lion,Rending it in pieces, while there is none to deliver.3 O Lord my God, if I have done this;If there be iniquity in my hands;4 If I have rewarded evil unto him that was at peace with me;(Yea, I have delivered him that without cause is mine... read more

Frederick Brotherton Meyer

F.B. Meyer's 'Through the Bible' Commentary - Psalms 7:1-17

Refuge in God from Evil Men Psalms 7:1-17 This psalm should be compared with 1 Samuel 24:1-22 ; 1 Samuel 25:1-44 ; 1 Samuel 26:1-25 . Cush, or “dark-complexioned,” may refer to a Benjamite who was David’s calumniator with Saul. If David needed deliverance from his foes, how much more do we from Satan! 1 Peter 5:8-9 . So far from being guilty of the offense charged against him, David on two occasions had spared Saul’s life, 1 Samuel 24:1-22 ; 1 Samuel 26:1-25 . Mine honor, Psalms 7:5 , is... read more

G. Campbell Morgan

G. Campbell Morgan's Exposition on the Whole Bible - Psalms 7:1-17

This is a song of the singer's confidence and appeal in circumstances of the most trying description. He is persecuted by enemies, some among them being violent and cruel. The basis of their attack would seem to be some charge of wrongdoing they make against him. He vehemently denies the charge and cries to Jehovah for vindication, which he firmly believes the God who tries the hearts of men will surely grant. In the first part of the psalm the story of personal need is told. The ruthlessness... read more

Peter Pett

Peter Pett's Commentary on the Bible - Psalms 7:14-16

He Declares That There Are Even Now Present Consequences of Sin (Psalms 7:14-16 ). ‘Behold he exerts himself with iniquity (worthlessness), Yes, he has conceived mischief, and brought forth falsehood. He has made a pit and dug it, And fallen into the trap which he was making. His mischief will return on his own head, And his violence will come down on his own pate.’ (It may be that this was to be sung by a different section of the choir to distinguish the change of subject). While looking for... read more