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Words as Weapons
Commentators explain that the 'lions,' 'spears,' and 'sharp sword' are vivid metaphors for David's human enemies. They particularly highlight that the 'tongue' is called a 'sharp sword,' emphasizing that slander, gossip, and malicious accusations are not minor offenses but powerful weapons that can inflict deep, lasting wounds, a trial many believers face.
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Albert Barnes
On Psalms 57:4
18th Century
Theologian
My soul is among lions - That is, among people who resemble lions; men who are fierce, savage, and ferocious.
And I l…
Charles Ellicott
On Psalms 57:4
19th Century
Bishop
Them that are set on fire. —Rather, greedy ones (literally, lickers) in apposition to lions. The verse …
Charles Spurgeon
On Psalm 57:3–5
19th Century
Preacher
He shall send from heaven, and save me from the reproach of him that would swallow me up. Selah. God shall send forth his mercy and his truth. …
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John Calvin
On Psalms 57:4
16th Century
Theologian
My soul is among lions. He again insists on the cruelty of his enemies as a plea to prevail with God for his swifter intervention. He comp…
John Gill
On Psalms 57:4
17th Century
Pastor
My soul [is] among lions
Not literally understood; though such there might be in the wildernesses where he sometimes was; but …
Matthew Henry
On Psalms 57:1–6
17th Century
Minister
All David's dependence is upon God. The most eminent believers often need to repeat the publican's prayer, God be merciful to me a sinner.…