Psalms 140:12-13

[12] I know that the LORD will maintain the cause of the afflicted, and the right of the poor. [13] Surely the righteous shall give thanks unto thy name: the upright shall dwell in thy presence.

What is the context of Psalms 140:12-13?

Prayer for Deliverance from Evil Men (Psalms 140:1-13 true)
Prayer for Rescue (Psalms 140:1-13 true)
Psalm 140 .[ a .] (Psalms 140:1-13 true)
Deliver Me, O Lord , from Evil Men (Psalms 140:1-13 true)
Prayer for Help in the Face of Enemies (Psalms 140:1-13 true)
Prayer for Protection against the Wicked. (Psalms 140:1-13 true)
A Prayer for Deliverance (Psalms 140:1-13 true)

What does Psalms 140:12-13 Mean?

Contextual Meaning

David could be confident that God would deliver him because He had promised to help the afflicted and the poor in the Mosaic Law. This salvation would result in the righteous thanking God. They could then continue to live before Him in peace.

This psalm encourages God"s people to call on Him in distress when wicked people oppress them. We can have confidence in His promises to vindicate the just in situations such as this. His destruction of the wicked will ultimately glorify His name, as well as provide salvation for His own.