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Psalms 69:1 – 69:12
Most scholars attribute the authorship of this Psalm to David. An important feature of this Psalm is its messianic character. With the exception of Psalm 22, no portion of the Old Testament is more frequently quoted by the New Testament writers. Picture the psalmist in distress a …

Psalms 69:13 – 69:19
“Help” sums up David’s prayer. (vv. 13-18). He petitioned the Lord to save him from imminent death. Again he used the image of miry waters that would drown him (v. 14). The waters have only become deeper and the mire more dreadful. Now death itself is on the horizon.The …

Psalms 69:20 – 69:36
In his pronouncements against his enemies, David prays for the following to happen:That his enemies homes will be cursed (v. 22) - “Let their table become a snare..."That his enemies health will be cursed (v. 23) - Let their eyes be darkened..."That his enemies hap …