The Pulpit Commentary on Psalms 35:11-18

The Pulpit Commentary · Joseph S. Exell and contributors · Public domain

The second part of the psalm begins with a long complaint, David sets forth the woes under which he is suffering. There are:

1. Calumny (Psalms 35:11).

2. Ingratitude (Psalms 35:12-14).

3. Malevolence (Psalms 35:15).

4. Insult from the vile and base (Psalms 35:16).

He then passes to prayer: Will not God rescue him (Psalms 35:17)? In conclusion, he for the second time promises praise and thanks (Psalms 35:18).

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