Psalms 26:1-3

[1] [[A Psalm of David.]] Judge me, O LORD; for I have walked in mine integrity: I have trusted also in the LORD; therefore I shall not slide. [2] Examine me, O LORD, and prove me; try my reins and my heart. [3] For thy lovingkindness is before mine eyes: and I have walked in thy truth.

What is the context of Psalms 26:1-3?

Protestation of Integrity and Prayer for Protection. (Psalms 26:1-12 true)
A Man of Integrity Pleads for Justice (Psalms 26:1-12 true)
A Prayer for Divine Scrutiny and Redemption (Psalms 26:1-12 true)
I Will Bless the Lord (Psalms 26:1-12 true)
Prayer for Vindication (Psalms 26:1-12 true)
A Prayer for Vindication (Psalms 26:1-12 true)

What does Psalms 26:1-3 Mean?

Contextual Meaning

When David asked God to vindicate him, he was praying that the Lord would show to others that he had not been guilty of things with which others had charged him. To prove him guiltless, the psalmist asked God to be fair with him, and he invited Him to examine his claim. He was confident that when the Lord did this He would find David not guilty.