Psalms 142:7 - Exposition

Bring my soul out of prison. The word "prison" is used symbolically, as a metaphor for trouble and distress (comp. Psalms 88:8 ; Psalms 107:10-14 ). That I may praise thy Name ; or, "that men may praise thy Name." David's deliverance from his enemies would cause the godly generally to "praise the Lord." The righteous shall compass me about ; rather, in me shall the righteous triumph (Kay, Cheyne). Viewing my cause as their own, they will glory in my deliverance (comp. Psalms 35:27 ; Psalms 40:16 ). For thou shalt deal bountifully with me ; i . e . thou writ assuredly "hear my cry" and "deliver me" (see the preceding verse).