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Psalm 17:9 Meaning

From the wicked that oppress me, from my deadly enemies, who compass me about.

Context Explained

7Shew thy marvellous lovingkindness, O thou that savest by thy right hand them which put their trust in thee from those that rise up against them.

8Keep me as the apple of the eye, hide me under the shadow of thy wings,

9From the wicked that oppress me, from my deadly enemies, who compass me about.

10They are inclosed in their own fat: with their mouth they speak proudly.

11They have now compassed us in our steps: they have set their eyes bowing down to the earth;

Key Themes

oppressionenemiesdeliverance

Related Cross References

  • Psalm 22:12

    Both verses describe the threat of enemies surrounding the psalmist.

  • 2 Corinthians 1:10

    This verse speaks about God delivering from deadly peril, resonating with the plea in Psalm 17:9.

  • Matthew 5:44

    This verse contrasts the call to love enemies with the psalmist's plea for deliverance from them.

Source: Psalm 17:9