Psalms 41:10 - Exposition

But thou, O Lord, be merciful unto me (comp. Psalms 41:4 ). The writer passes from complaint to prayer, and once more calls on God to deliver him. And raise me up. Falsify the prediction of my enemies ( Psalms 41:8 ); raise me up from my sick-bed, and re-establish me in a position of authority. That I may requite them. This was not private revenge, but David's duty as a king ( Romans 13:4 ).