Strong's #7692. שִׁגָּיוֹן shiggâyôwn, shig-gaw-yone´; or
שִׁגָּיֹנָה shiggâyônâh, shig-gaw-yo-naw´; from 7686; prop. aberration, i.e. (tech.) a dithyramb or rambling poem:—Shiggaion, Shigionoth.
dith•y•ramb \ˈdi-thi-ˌram(b)\ noun
plural -rambs \-ˌramz\ [Greek dithyrambos] circa 1647
1: a usually short poem in an inspired wild irregular strain
2: a statement or writing in an exalted or enthusiastic vein—dith•y•ram•bic \ˌdi-thi-ˈram-bik\ adjective—dith•y•ram•bi•cal•ly \-bi-k(ə-)lē\ adverb
Mish,
F. C. (2003). Preface. Merriam-Webster’s collegiate dictionary.
(Eleventh ed.). Springfield, MA: Merriam-Webster, Inc.
“Shiggaion” is used only here in the Psalms (but see Hab. 3:1) and could mean “a passionate psalm with strong emotion.” Some believe it comes from a word meaning “to wander, to cry aloud.”
Ross,
A. P. (1985). Psalms. In J. F. Walvoord & R. B. Zuck (Eds.), The
Bible Knowledge Commentary: An Exposition of the Scriptures (Vol. 1,
p. 796). Wheaton, IL: Victor Books.
That's the backdrop for this Psalm.
Verses 1-2 ~ David prayed -confidently- for deliverance from enemies who were about to tear him apart like a lion. If God didn't rescue him, no one could and he knew that. He trusted God to protect and save him. The word rescue used here is the 1st of many occurrences. Psalm 31:15 is a cross reference.
Verses 3-5 ~ David affirmed there was no sin in his hands...this is an oath an assertion of his integrity. If we are falsely accused, we need to follow David's example and find refuge in the Lord but we need to make sure that it's wrongful accusations and not accusations based upon our own foolishness or disobedience.
Verses 6-7 ~ Since David believes he is innocent he petitions God to defend him. The words arise … rise up, and awake are meant to prompt God to act in justice; David feels that God is ignoring his suffering and petitions Him to act.
Verse 8 ~ The verb judge means “vindicate,” - David pleaded for judgment that would reveal his own righteousness and integrity. He declared his innocence, so believes any judgment from God will reveal only that he does not deserve the suffering he is experiencing. Only God’s holy anger could truly vindicate David (Rom. 12:17–21).
- The believer who seeks to obey God is going to have his enemies. When our Lord was ministering on earth, He had enemies. No matter where Paul and the other apostles traveled, there were enemies who opposed their work. Jesus warned His disciples that their worst enemies might be those of their own household (Matt. 10:36). Unfortunately, some believers have enemies because they lack love and patience, and not because they are faithful in their witness. There is a difference between sharing in “the offense of the cross” (Gal. 5:11; 6:12–15) and being an offensive Christian!
Wiersbe,
W. W. (1996). The Bible exposition commentary (Vol. 1, p. 556).
Wheaton, IL: Victor Books.
Verse 9 ~ God judges with perfect justice. He judges people’s thoughts and intentions, not just their actions. He is the Just Judge with perfect insight. See Jer. 11:20
Verse 10 ~ "My defense" is actually the word shield and is a common symbol of God's protection. See Ps. 18:2 & 30
Verse 11 ~ The deeds of the wicked constantly anger God as a righteous, just judge. See Deut. 32:35, Romans 12:19 and Hebrews 10:30
Verses 12-13 ~ Repentance causes God to turn away from His anger but those who do not will feel the result of his righteous judgment.
Verse 14-16 ~ God traps the wicked with their own plans. The evil scheme will be turned back on the plotter. See Job 15:35, Is. 59:4, James 1:15
Verse 17 ~ I believe this is the verse we need to take to heart. David is giving praise and thanksgiving to God anticipating (key word) His favorable response. As we learned in verses 3 - 5, David walked in his integrity and found refuge in God.
Ok! Up tomorrow is Psalm 35 ♥
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