Psalms 26:4-5

[4] I have not sat with vain persons, neither will I go in with dissemblers. [5] I have hated the congregation of evil doers; and will not sit with the wicked.

What is the context of Psalms 26:4-5?

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 26:4-5 Mean?

Contextual Meaning

David cited his separation from sinners and their assemblies as evidence that he was not wicked and deceitful (cf. Psalm 1:1). He was not speaking so much of his social preference as of his spiritual commitment. These were enemies of the Lord.