Psalm 57

The 57th Psalm is a Psalm of David, and was to the tune of "Do not Perish! " sung (Ps. 57.1 SLT). This melody is also in Psalm 58 (Ps 58.1 SLT), Psalm 59 (Ps 59.1 SLT) and Psalm 75 (Ps 75.1 SLT ) is used.

Structure

The Psalm can be divided into the following sections:

  • Verse 2-7: David strengthened himself in prayer (Ps 57.2 to 7 SLT)
  • Verse 8-12: David expresses his newfound confidence from (Ps 57.8 to 12 SLT)

Dating

The first verse (Ps. 57.1 SLT) is taken from the originated this psalm in the period from 1 Sam 24 SLT. Also Psalm 142 SLT was most likely written during this time.

Setting

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