Psalms 17:8
Keep me as the apple of Your eye;
What it says
David asks to be kept as the apple of God's eye and hidden under the shadow of his wings.
What it is doing
This verse uses intimate imagery for divine protection.
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;