Some scholars argue here that a full understanding of Ps 53 can only be hoped for if it is interpreted as part of the cluster 52-55, also taking the connections to the history of David into consideration, and if it is understood against the background of wisdom theology, thus noting possible connections to Proverbs as well as 1 Sam 2:1-10 and 2 Sam 22-23.
To the chief musician upon Mahalath, Maschil, A psalm of David.
Scattered - Hath not only broken their bones, their strength, and force, but also dispersed them hither and thither, so as there is no hope of a restoration.
Thee - Against my people.
Thou - Thou oh Jerusalem, which they besiege.
taken from Bible study tools, Wesley's explanatory notes.
Consider the rich layers of meaning of the psalms. Stand alone psalms 53, provides hopes to the people of God whose rights are abused by the arrogant who have no regard for God. As part of a collection of wisdom text, there is a repetition of the idea that pride goes before destruction and that the fear of Yahweh is hatred of evil, while those who have found wisdom, will hate pride, arrogance, the way of evil and perverted speech. At the same time psalms 52 and 54, connects to the biography of King David.
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