Psalms 17:13-14

[13] Arise, O LORD, disappoint him, cast him down: deliver my soul from the wicked, which is thy sword: [14] From men which are thy hand, O LORD, from men of the world, which have their portion in this life, and whose belly thou fillest with thy hid treasure: they are full of children, and leave the rest of their substance to their babes.

What is the context of Psalms 17:13-14?

Prayer with Confidence in Final Salvation (Psalms 17:1-15 true)
In the Shadow of Your Wings (Psalms 17:1-15 true)
A Prayer for Protection (Psalms 17:1-15 true)
Prayer for Vindication and Protection (Psalms 17:1-15 true)
Prayer for Protection against Oppressors. (Psalms 17:1-15 true)
A Cry for Justice (Psalms 17:1-15 true)

What does Psalms 17:13-14 Mean?

Contextual Meaning

David"s mention of the Lord"s sword may mean he expected God to use a human army to deliver him, or this may be just a metaphorical way of speaking about deliverance. His description of the wicked draws attention to the fact that they live only for the present. They are content with the many blessings God gives all people in this life through His "common grace." They occupy themselves entirely with their families and estates to the exclusion of spiritual matters.