Matthew Henry's Complete Commentary - Psalms 35:1-10
In these verses we have, I. David's representation of his case to God, setting forth the restless rage and malice of his persecutors. He was God's servant, expressly appointed by him to be what he was, followed his guidance, and aimed at his glory in the way of duty, had lived (as St. Paul speaks) in all good conscience before God unto this day; and yet there were those that strove with him, that did their utmost to oppose his advancement, and made all the interest they could against him; they... read more
Matthew Henry's Complete Commentary - Psalms 35
David, in this psalm, appeals to the righteous Judge of heaven and earth against his enemies that hated and persecuted him. It is supposed that Saul and his party are the persons he means, for with them he had the greatest struggles. I. He complains to God of the injuries they did him; they strove with him, fought against him (Ps. 35:1), persecuted him (Ps. 35:3), sought his ruin (Ps. 35:4, 7), accused him falsely (Ps. 35:11), abused him basely (Ps. 35:15, 16), and all his friends (Ps. 35:20),... read more