A.M. 2944. B.C. 1060.
David, being in great distress and danger by the malice of his enemies, addresses himself by prayer to God, his tried refuge, and seeks help and protection from him. He appeals to God for his integrity, Psalms 17:1-4. Prays still to be upheld therein, and preserved from the malice of his enemies, Psalms 17:5-9. Describes their wickedness, Psalms 17:10-12. Beseeches God to disappoint them, and deliver him, Psalms 17:13; Psalms 17:14. Comforts himself with hopes of future happiness, Psalms 17:15. Dr. Delaney supposes that David wrote this Psalm immediately on his parting with Jonathan and going into exile, as recorded 1 Samuel 20:42.