Psalms 17:14
from such men, O LORD, by Your hand—
What it says
He asks to be rescued from worldly men whose portion is in this life and who are full of temporal goods.
What it is doing
This verse contrasts the wicked's present portion with the righteous hope to come.
In context
1A prayer of David. 2May my vindication come from Your presence; 3You have tried my heart; 4As for the deeds of men — 5My steps have held to Your paths; 6I call on You, O God, 7Show the wonders of Your loving devotion, 8Keep me as the apple of Your eye; 9from the wicked who assail me, 10They have closed their callous hearts; 11They have tracked us down, and now surround us; 12like a lion greedy for prey, 13Arise, O LORD, confront them! 14from such men, O LORD, by Your hand— 15As for me, I will behold Your face in righteousness;