Psalms 57David’s hiding from Saul in a cave is the background of this individual lament psalm (1 Samuel 22; 1 Samuel 24; cf. Psalms 142). The tune name means "Do not destroy." This psalm resembles the preceding one in its general theme and design. It, too, has a recurring refrain (Psalms 57:5; Psalms 57:11). It is, however, more "upbeat." read more
2. The psalmist’s confidence that God would help 57:6-11 read more
In anticipation of his deliverance, David promised to praise God (cf. Psalms 108:1-5). He returned to previous references to the Lord’s loyal love and truth (Psalms 57:10; cf. Psalms 57:3). read more
Title.—(RV) ’For the Chief Musician; set to Al-tashheth. A Psalm of David: Michtam: when he fled from Saul, in the cave.’ This and the two following Pss. were set to the melody of the song beginning Al-tashheth (’Destroy not’), which was apparently a vintage song (Isaiah 65:8). The occasion referred to in the title is either David’s stay in the cave of Adullam (1 Samuel 22:1), or the incident in the cave of Engedi (1 Samuel 24:3), but the Ps., has no relation either to the one or to the other.... read more
Psalms 57:1-11THIS psalm resembles the preceding in the singer’s circumstances of peril and in his bold faith. It has also points of contact in the cry, "Be gracious," and in the remarkable expression for enemies, "Those that would swallow me up." It has also several features in common with the other psalms ascribed by the superscriptions to the time of the Sauline persecution. Like Psalms 7:1-17 are the metaphor of lions for enemies, that of digging a pit for their plots, the use of glory as a... read more
Psalms 57:0 Perfect Trust in God 1. Sheltered until the trouble is past (Psalms 57:1-5 ) 2. Deliverance and praise (Psalms 57:6-11 ) The inscription is Al-taschith, which means “destroy not”; it is the Michtam of David when he fled from Saul. It shows us once more the exercise of faith in the godly of Israel. In the shadow of His wings they take refuge till these calamities are overpast. They look for intervention from above, from where it will surely come at the close of the days of... read more
57:10 For thy mercy [is] great unto the heavens, and thy truth unto the {k} clouds.(k) Your mercies not only belong to the Jews, but also to the Gentiles. read more
"Handfuls of Purpose" For All Gleaners "For thy mercy is great unto the heavens, and thy truth unto the clouds." Psa 57:10 The Psalmist sings of mercy and truth. Rightly analysed, there are no other elements in the great songs of the Church. We here come upon a noble strain. It is right that in the growth and expansion of our religious life we should frequently accustom ourselves to the contemplation of that which is grand and majestic. It is of course right that we should always think of... read more
Reader! do not fail to observe how the Psalm ends. It began in sorrow, and closeth in joy. Yes! whatever is founded in faith and prayer, must end in praise. This holds good to all the seed of Christ. And when like Jesus the Son of David, we stir up our souls to take hold on Jehovah's strength, we shall come off more than conquerors through his grace helping us. And as Christ arose from the dead, and awaked up in his glory; so, every morning, (and with yet more awakened joy the Lord's day... read more
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E.W. Bullinger's Companion Bible Notes - Psalms 57:10
mercy . . . truth. See note on Psalms 57:3 . clouds = skies. read more