Summary
The psalm opens with a cry of distress as the speaker questions why God seems to have abandoned His people, highlighting the devastation inflicted by enemies upon the sanctuary. It recalls the covenantal purchase of Zion and God's historic acts of deliverance, emphasizing His control over nature and His mighty judgments. The lament shifts to a broader reflection on the enemies' blasphemies and the absence of prophetic guidance. The speaker calls on God to remember His promises, to revive His covenant, and to restore the oppressed. Despite the sorrowful tone, there is an underlying faith that God’s sovereignty will ultimately vindicate and restore His people.