Translations
Modern
My God of loving devotion will come to meet me; God will let me stare down my foes.
Traditional
The God of my mercy shall prevent me: God shall let me see my desire upon mine enemies.
Literal
The God of loving devotion will meet me; God will let me look on my enemies.
Latin
Deus meus misericordia ejus præveniet me.
Original
Hebrew
English
My God of loving devotion will come to meet me; God will let me stare down my foes.
Notes
The psalmist laments the power of enemies who conspire with other nations.
These psalms of David share a common theme. They reflect on the experience of evil. In Psalm 51, the psalmist admits his wrongdoing and asks for God's forgiveness. Psalms 52–64 express sorrow over specific evils David faced. A song of praise (Psalm 65) brings David's laments to an end.
Theme notes and profiles
Parallels
Glossary
Al-Taschith David Imprecatory Psalms Michtam Miktam Music Psalms, Book of
Topics
Afflictions and Adversities: Prayer In Faith: Exemplified Waiting for Protection Waiting Upon God: For: Protection