Who - David is writing his song to the LORD to be sung by the choir.
What - David is writing a lament to the LORD (this psalm has all seven of Longman's elements for a lament.) David is asking for the LORD to intervene and take action against David's enemies, who have been very vocal and plotting against him. David is very strong in his curse against his enemies. The psalm does not give us any clues as to when or what events David is referring to, however, it must have been significant for David to ask for such a strong curse against his enemies.
When - Unstated
Where - Unstated
Why - David is in despair and feels the weight of his situation. He sees his plight as desperate and desperately needs the LORD to intervene. David is asking the LORD to save him from these enemies as well as restore the joy of life to him. David asks the LORD to enact severe punishment on his enemies for these attacks against him. David does more than ask God to act. He is asking the LORD to make their punishment public. David is asking for vindication in the court of public opinion. David's hope in the LORD gives him hope that the LORD will do this.
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