Key Figures — Psalms 7

3 figures

David
Psalmist and King of Israel
David is the author of this psalm, which is a plea for deliverance from his enemies and a declaration of his trust in God's justice.
Related passages
- 1 Samuel Chapter 24 (David spares Saul's life, showing his trust in God's justice)
- 2 Samuel Chapter 22 (David's song of deliverance, similar themes of trust and justice)
Cush the Benjamite
Alleged adversary of David
Cush is mentioned in the title of the psalm as a Benjamite, possibly an adversary or accuser of David, prompting this plea for divine justice.
Related passages
- 1 Samuel Chapter 18 (Saul's jealousy and pursuit of David, representing the broader conflict with the Benjamites)
God
Righteous Judge and Protector
God is invoked as the righteous judge who examines hearts and minds, delivering the innocent and punishing the wicked.
Related passages
- Genesis Chapter 18 (God as the judge of all the earth)
- Romans Chapter 2 (God's righteous judgment)

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