Deep Dive into Matthew Poole’s Commentary on the Holy Bible, Volumes 1–3 - Psalm 7

Psalm 7 is presented as a prayer of David, known as a Shiggaion, a musical term whose exact meaning is now uncertain. Its occasion was the false and slanderous reports raised by Cush the Benjamite, who accused David of malicious designs against King Saul, specifically plotting to take his life and crown by violence. Cush is identified as either Saul himself (referred to enigmatically) or an eminent Benjamite courtier under Saul.Facing this severe persecution from an enemy like a tearing lion, David begins with a desperate prayer for deliverance, placing his complete trust in God. He makes a solemn profession of his innocence, vehemently denying the accusations against him. David challenges God to judge him if there is any truth to the charges, pointing out that he has shown the opposite behavior, even sparing Saul when he had the power to destroy him.The Psalm is a powerful appeal to God's judgment and justice. David calls upon God, the ultimate Judge who tries the hearts and reins, to defend him according to his righteousness and integrity. He asks God to execute a judgment previously commanded, referring to God's appointed sentence regarding Saul's deposition and David's advancement. David expresses faith in God's defense, declaring, "My defence is of God," who saves the upright.He also looks forward to the inevitable destruction of the wicked. God is angry with the wicked every day, and if they do not turn, divine judgment is prepared and ready. The wicked are shown as conceiving mischief but ultimately falling into the very traps they set for others. The Psalm concludes with David's resolution to praise the LORD according to his righteousness, which will be revealed in the punishment of his enemies and his own seasonable and wonderful deliverance.Reformed Theologian GPT: https://chat.openai.com/g/g-XXwzX1gnv-reformed-theologianPatreon: patreon.com/edi_reformed