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Psalms, 7

1. <Shiggaion of David, which he sang unto the LORD, concerning the words of Cush the Benjamite.> O LORD my God, in thee do I put my trust: save me from all them that persecute me, and deliver me:

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2. Lest he tear my soul like a lion, rending [it] in pieces, while [there is] none to deliver.

2. O Lord, my God, in you I take shelter; deliver me and save me from all my pursuers,

3. O LORD my God, if I have done this; if there be iniquity in my hands;

3. lest lions tear me to pieces with no one to rescue me.

4. If I have rewarded evil unto him that was at peace with me; (yea, I have delivered him that without cause is mine enemy:)

4. O Lord, my God, if my hands are stained with guilt -

5. Let the enemy persecute my soul, and take [it]; yea, let him tread down my life upon the earth, and lay mine honour in the dust. Selah.

5. if with evil I have repaid good, if I have plundered unjustly my opponent,

6. Arise, O LORD, in thine anger, lift up thyself because of the rage of mine enemies: and awake for me [to] the judgment [that] thou hast commanded.

6. let the enemy hound me, let him crush me to the ground and lay down my glory in the dust.

7. So shall the congregation of the people compass thee about: for their sakes therefore return thou on high.

7. Arise, O Lord, in your wrath; rise up against the fury of my foes. Awake, O my God and judge the nations, for the time of judgment has come.

8. The LORD shall judge the people: judge me, O LORD, according to my righteousness, and according to mine integrity [that is] in me.

8. Let the nations gather around you; and you take your seat high above them.

9. Oh let the wickedness of the wicked come to an end; but establish the just: for the righteous God trieth the hearts and reins.

9. Proclaim, O Lord, my righteousness; you see that I am blameless.

10. My defence [is] of God, which saveth the upright in heart.

10. Bring to an end the power of the wicked, but affirm the just, O righteous God, searcher of mind and heart.

11. God judgeth the righteous, and God is angry [with the wicked] every day.

11. You cover me as a shield, Oh God, for you protect the upright.

12. If he turn not, he will whet his sword; he hath bent his bow, and made it ready.

12. A righteous judge is God, his anger ever awaiting those who refuse to repent.

13. He hath also prepared for him the instruments of death; he ordaineth his arrows against the persecutors.

13. God has his sword ready and sharpened, his bow bent and arrows aimed.

14. Behold, he travaileth with iniquity, and hath conceived mischief, and brought forth falsehood.

14. He has in hand, always ready, his deadly weapons and fiery darts.

15. He made a pit, and digged it, and is fallen into the ditch [which] he made.

15. Look at the one who conceived iniquity and is pregnant with mischief: miscarriage will result.

16. His mischief shall return upon his own head, and his violent dealing shall come down upon his own pate.

16. He digs a pit and makes it deep, he will fall into the trap he made.

17. I will praise the LORD according to his righteousness: and will sing praise to the name of the LORD most high.

17. His evil intent recoils upon his head; his wicked design comes back in his face.

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18. I will rejoice in the Lord for his justice, and sing to the Most High in gratitude and praise.



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Footnotes:

7:1-2 - The psalmist cries out for protection from those who persecute him. His seeking refuge in God highlights his trust in divine protection in the midst of adversity, showing that God is a present help (see also Psalm 46:1 and Psalm 31:20).

7:3-5 - The psalmist declares his innocence and the importance of righteousness. He appeals to God to examine his heart, emphasizing integrity as a basis for supplication and trust in divine justice (see also Psalm 26:2 and 1 John 3:21).

7:6-9 - The request for God to arise and judge the wicked demonstrates the hope that God will intervene in situations of injustice. This invocation emphasizes the certainty that divine justice will prevail (see also Psalm 50:6 and Revelation 20:12).

7:10-11 - Confidence that God is the righteous judge indicates that justice is not just a desire, but a certainty based on God's nature. The psalmist recognizes that God is a defender of the righteous and a judge of the wicked (see also Psalm 9:7-8 and Romans 2:6-8).

7:12-16 - The description of the wicked preparing evil for the righteous emphasizes the law of sowing. The psalmist emphasizes that evil ultimately returns upon the perpetrator, illustrating the nature of God's justice (see also Galatians 6:7 and Proverbs 26:27).

Verses related to Psalms, 7:

Psalm 7, a prayer of David, seeks refuge in God from unjust accusations. How to maintain integrity in the face of false allegations? This song of lament expresses the psalmist's innocence and his trust in divine judgment. The text addresses topics such as God's justice, repentance and consequences of sin. David concludes by praising the righteousness of the Most High. Investigate with us five biblical passages that echo the principles of divine justice presented in this revealing psalm.

Deuteronomy 32:35: "Vengeance and retribution belong to me; in due time their foot will slip; the day of your calamity is near, and your destiny is hastening to arrive." - This verse reflects the theme of divine justice present in Psalm 7.

Romans 12:19: "Do not take revenge, beloved, but leave your wrath to God, for it is written: 'Vengeance is mine; I will repay,' says the Lord." - Paul echoes Psalm 7's sentiment of leaving vengeance to God.

1 Peter 3:16: "Do it with gentleness and respect, keeping a good conscience, so that those who speak maliciously against your good conduct in Christ may be ashamed of their slander." - This verse resonates with the psalmist's call for integrity and justice in Psalm 7.

Revelation 2:23: "I will kill her children; and all the churches will know that I am the one who searches minds and hearts and will repay each of you according to your works." - This passage reflects the theme of Psalm 7 about God as a righteous judge who searches the hearts.

Jeremiah 11:20: "But you, Lord of hosts, who judge justly and search the mind and heart, allow me to see your vengeance against them, for I have explained my cause to you." - Jeremiah expresses confidence in God's justice, similar to Psalm 7.

FAQ:

Why does David ask for justice in Psalm 7?

He calls on God to judge him based on his integrity and asks that the wicked be punished, trusting in divine justice. (Psalm 7:8-9)

What does it mean that God is a "just judge"?

It means that God weighs hearts, protects the righteous, and punishes the wicked in due time. He does not ignore evil. (Psalm 7:11-12)

What is the consequence of wicked plans according to Psalm 7?

The wicked fall into their own trap. Those who dig a pit for others fall into it, demonstrating God's retributive justice. (Psalm 7:15-16)

How does Psalm 7 express trust in God?

David begins with anguish, but ends with praise for God, showing that trusting in the Lord brings peace even in difficult times. (Psalm 7:17)

What does Psalm 7 teach about integrity?

David affirms that God protects the upright and asks to be judged according to his righteousness, reinforcing the importance of justice. (Psalm 7:8)


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