Psalm 71:4

ESV Rescue me, O my God, from the hand of the wicked, from the grasp of the unjust and cruel man.

NIV Deliver me, my God, from the hand of the wicked, from the grasp of those who are evil and cruel.

NASB Save me, my God, from the hand of the wicked, From the grasp of the wrongdoer and the ruthless,

CSB Deliver me, my God, from the power of the wicked, from the grasp of the unjust and oppressive.

NLT My God, rescue me from the power of the wicked, from the clutches of cruel oppressors.

KJV Deliver me, O my God, out of the hand of the wicked, out of the hand of the unrighteous and cruel man.

NKJV Deliver me, O my God, out of the hand of the wicked, Out of the hand of the unrighteous and cruel man.

What does Psalm 71:4 mean?

Please see our chapter commentary on Psalm 71, verse-level content coming soon!

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Context Summary
Psalm 71:1–4 resembles the beginning phrases of psalms 31 and 35. This suggests it may have also been written by David, but the song is technically anonymous. This is both a prayer for rescue and an expression of confidence. The psalmist ties his assurance to God's righteous nature, speaking as if the Lord has already given the desired order.

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Chapter Summary
The psalmist—possibly David—repeats a prayer for rescue resembling the opening verses of psalm 31. After a lifetime of noticeable faithfulness, the psalmist is fully confident that God will provide a rescue from his troubles. Again, the psalmist asks God to be with him despite his old age. When the expected salvation is accomplished, the psalmist plans to continue to worship the Lord and invite others to do the same.

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