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1. A cry for deliverance in battle 60:1-5
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60:1-3 In the battle with the Arameans, Israel's enemy overcame her temporarily. David viewed this defeat as punishment from the Lord. He called out in prayer for national restoration. Since God had allowed the defeat, He was the One who could reverse it.
60:4 Apparently David meant God had led His people into battle (given them a banner) only to let them fall before their enemy to teach Israel a lesson.
60:5 David now requested divine deliverance for the chosen people. God's right hand represents His might. Verses 5-12 are identical to 108:6-13.
