Psalms 7:2 Meaning and Explanation
“Lest he tear my soul like a lion, rending it in pieces, while there is none to deliver.”
King James Version (KJV)
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The Context of Psalms 7:2
David describes the mortal danger he faces.
What Does Psalms 7:2 Mean?
David pictures his enemy as a predator—violent, unstoppable, and merciless. The imagery of a lion rending flesh conveys extreme peril and the finality of death if his enemy succeeds.
No human power can defend him from this fate. Only God stands between David and total destruction, making his appeal to God in verse 1 a matter of literal survival.
Psalms 7:2 in the Original Language
rending (טָרַף, taraph) — to rip, tear; used of predators consuming flesh.
Frequently Asked Questions About Psalms 7:2
What does Psalms 7:2 mean?
Without God's help, his enemy will destroy him completely, like a lion tearing apart its prey.
What is the context of Psalms 7:2?
David describes the mortal danger he faces.