But God shoots his arrow at them; they are wounded suddenly.
David lays out his complaint so that God will take pity on his case. He dwells on the injustice, cruelty, and deceit of his enemies, then turns his eyes to God in hope of joyful deliverance from their hands.
AI summary
Commenting on Psalm 64:1-10
But God shall shoot at them with an arrow. They shot, and shall be shot. A greater archer than they are shall take sure aim at their hearts. One of his arrows shall be enough, for he never misses his aim. The Lord turns the tables on his adversaries, and defeats them at their own weapons. Suddenly shall they be wounded. They were looking to surprise the saint, but, lo!
We may observe here, I. The judgments of God which should certainly come upon these malicious persecutors of David. Though they encouraged themselves in their wickedness, here is that which, if they would believe and consider it, was enough to discourage them. And it is observable how the punishment answers the sin. 1.
Commenting on Psalm 64:7-10