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Psalm 59 is a part of the Book of Psalms in the Old Testament of the Bible, traditionally attributed to King David. This Psalm is often described as a prayer for deliverance from enemies and is a plea for God's protection and justice. Below is a brief commentary and overview of Psalm 59: Title and Background: The title of Psalm 59 suggests that it was written by David when Saul sent men to watch his house in order to kill him. This historical context can be found in 1 Samuel 19:11-18. David, facing imminent danger, turns to God for help. Structure: Psalm 59 is composed of 17 verses and can be divided into several sections: Verses 1-5: A Plea for Deliverance David begins by calling on God to deliver him from his enemies, describing them as bloodthirsty men who lie in wait for him. He appeals to God's justice and righteousness, asking for intervention against those who conspire against him without cause. Verses 6-8: Description of the Enemies David vividly describes his enemies as a pack of