Whedon's Commentary on the Bible - Psalms 43:1
1. Judge me, O God It was David’s habit to appeal his cause to God, because he would be judged only by the divine law and justice. Psalms 7:8; Psalms 26:1. Plead my cause The petition is, that God would enter as a third person in the suit, or controversy, and argue and conduct it for the petitioner. It answers exactly to the idea of intercessor or advocate. See Psalms 35:1; Heb 9:24 ; 1 John 2:1. Ungodly nation It may mean a nation devoid of piety, or one not kindly disposed,... read more
Wesley's Explanatory Notes - Psalms 43:1
Judge me, O God, and plead my cause against an ungodly nation: O deliver me from the deceitful and unjust man.Nation — So he calls the company of his enemies for their great numbers.Man — Probably Achitophel or Absalom. read more