Psalms 57:1
For the choirmaster. To the tune of “Do Not Destroy.” A Miktam of David, when he fled from Saul into the cave.
What it says
The superscription identifies the psalm as a miktam of David from his flight into the cave and sets it to the tune 'Do Not Destroy.'
What it is doing
This verse places the prayer in a moment of concealed danger and vulnerable refuge.
In context
1For the choirmaster. To the tune of “Do Not Destroy.” A Miktam of David, when he fled from Saul into the cave. 2I cry out to God Most High, 3He reaches down from heaven and saves me; 4My soul is among the lions; 5Be exalted, O God, above the heavens; 6They spread a net for my feet; 7My heart is steadfast, O God, my heart is steadfast. 8Awake, my glory! 9I will praise You, O Lord, among the nations; 10For Your loving devotion reaches to the heavens, 11Be exalted, O God, above the heavens;