“He is the tower of salvation for his king: and sheweth mercy to his anointed, unto David, and to his seed for evermore.”
This verse is part of a song of thanksgiving and praise that David composed after God had delivered him from the hands of his enemies, including King Saul. It is recorded in 2 Samuel 22, and it mirrors Psalm 18.
- “He is the tower of salvation for his king”: This phrase refers to God as the ultimate source of salvation and protection. David acknowledges that God has been his refuge and stronghold, like a tower, throughout his life. As a king, David recognizes God as the true foundation of his salvation and acknowledges his dependence on Him.
- “And sheweth mercy to his anointed”: Here, David emphasizes God’s mercy and favour toward His anointed ones. In the context of this psalm, David is referring to himself as the anointed king of Israel. Despite David’s shortcomings and the challenges he faced, he acknowledges that God has been merciful and gracious to him, guiding and protecting him as the chosen one.
- “Unto David, and to his seed for evermore”: This phrase expresses the enduring nature of God’s covenant with David and his descendants. David understands that God’s mercy and favour extend not only to him but also to his future generations. This verse foreshadows the promise of an eternal kingdom that would come through David’s lineage, ultimately fulfilled in Jesus Christ, who is described in the New Testament as the Son of David and the eternal King.
