Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Psalms 7:2 Cross-References
Explore 14 cross-references for Psalms 7:2 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Psalms chapter 7 verse 2 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“Lest he tear my soul like a lion, rending it in pieces, while there is none to deliver. none: Heb. not a deliverer”
Psalms 7:2 (KJV)
Commentary on Psalms 7:2
David uses vivid imagery of a lion tearing prey to describe the danger from his enemy. The Hebrew 'taraph' (tear) and 'paraq' (rend) convey violent destruction. The phrase 'while there is none to deliver' emphasizes David's helplessness apart from divine intervention. This metaphor appears throughout Scripture for enemies who devour the helpless (1 Peter 5:8). The prayer anticipates Christ, who was surrounded by 'strong bulls of Bashan' and 'dogs' (Psalm 22:12,16) yet trusted the Father to deliver Him through death to resurrection.
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Psalms 7:2
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“I reckoned till morning”
“and strengthened me”
“walks around like a roaring lion”
“as it were a young lion lurking in secret places.”
“they rejoiced”
“because it was far from Sidon”
“there is no one who can deliver out of your hand.”
“when he draws him in his net.”
“and they two strove together in the field”