Key Figures — Psalms 52

2 figures

1. David

   Author of the Psalm, expressing trust in God's justice.

   David contrasts the wickedness of a boastful enemy with his own trust in God's steadfast love and justice. He condemns the deceitful and destructive nature of the wicked, while affirming his confidence in God's eternal goodness.

   Related passages

   • 1 Samuel Chapter 22 (Context of Doeg the Edomite's betrayal)
   • Psalms Chapter 23 (David's trust in God's provision and protection)

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2. Doeg the Edomite

   The wicked figure whose actions prompted the writing of this Psalm.

   Doeg is implied as the boastful and deceitful man in this Psalm, known for betraying David and causing the death of the priests at Nob.

   Related passages

   • 1 Samuel Chapter 21 (Doeg witnesses David at Nob)
   • 1 Samuel Chapter 22 (Doeg reports to Saul and kills the priests)

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