Psalm 55: Daud’s Pain of Betrayal – Echoes of Judas and Absalom

In Psalm 55, Daud (David) reflects on the deep betrayal of a trusted friend, likely his advisor Ahithophel, whose actions echoed those of Yahudah (Judas Iscariot), ultimately leading to his own tragic end. Alongside this, Daud faces the rebellion of his son Absalom, who was quick to judgment, amplifying his sorrow.

As King, Daud is surrounded by loyal Yisharalites, whose presence provides some comfort. Yet, as a true leader, he feels deep sorrow for them, knowing that if Yahuah judges him, they may all lose their lives for his sake. In what feels like a personal journal entry, Daud’s words express his intense emotional pain and the burden of responsibility.

This video serves as a brief aside in our journey through 2 Samuel 17 and 18, exploring the emotional weight of betrayal and rebellion, as Daud’s heartfelt words speak of both his personal anguish and the weight of leadership.

Psalm 55 Give ear to my prayer, Alahim, And do not hide Yourself from my plea. Give heed to me, and answer me; I wander and moan in my complaint, Because of the noise of the enemy, Because of the outcry of the lawless; For they bring down wickedness upon me, And in wrath they hate me. My heart is pained within me, And the frights of death have fallen upon me. Fear and trembling have come upon me, And shuddering covers me. And I said, “Who would give me wings like a dove!
I would fly away and be at rest. See, I would wander far off, I would lodge in the wilderness. Selah! “I would hasten my escape from the raging wind and storm.” Confuse, Yahuah, divide their tongues, For I saw violence and strife in the city. Day and night they go around it on its walls; Wickedness and trouble are also in the midst of it. Covetings are in its midst; Oppression and deceit do not vanish from its streets. It is not an enemy who reproaches me – That I could bear; Nor one who hates me who is making himself great against me – Then I could hide from him.
But it was you, a man my equal, My companion and my friend. We took sweet counsel together, We walked to the House of Alahim in the throng. Let death come upon them; Let them go down into the grave alive, For evil is in their dwellings, in their midst. I, I call upon Alahim, And Yahuah saves me. Evening and morning and at noon I complain and moan, And He hears my voice. He has redeemed my life in peace From the battle against me, For there were many against me. Al, even He who sits enthroned from of old, Does hear and afflict them –
Selah – Those with whom there are no changes, Those who do not fear Alahim. He has put forth his hands against Those Who were at peace with him; He has broken his covenant. His mouth was smoother than curds, Yet in his heart is fighting; His words were softer than oil, But they are drawn swords. Cast your burden on Yahuah, And let Him sustain you; He never allows the obedient to be shaken. For You, Alahim, do bring them down To the pit of destruction; Men of blood and deceit do not reach half their Yomim; But I, I trust in You.