Psalm 61 Study Notes

61:5 The vows here are most likely those made during a time of petition. They were to be fulfilled by a thank offering (see notes at 22:25-26; 50:14-15). Note the same idea in 61:8.

61:6-7 The request of a long life for the king was sometimes used in the context of protection from harm, but in its broader sense it meant the longevity of a dynasty (see note at 21:4). The promise of being enthroned . . . forever and having God’s faithful love is closely related to the language of the Davidic covenant (2Sm 7:13,15-16).