Whoa...apparently there was disenchantment with one's government even back a million years ago when David roamed the earth. This is one stinging chapter about those who abuse their power. Those who are in a position of leadership, with justice as their charge. The result is injustice, violence, wickedness and deceit.
Its interesting that they are refered to as cobras, which are among the world's most venomous snakes. But look at this, they're like a snake that doesn't listen to the charmer. I would guess that means God. I've never looked at God as some divine snake charmer before today. So even though God's sovereignty puts men in charge, it is up to them to listen to the director. And here, even in the Bible, government officials are likened to snakes. I love it.
When the psalmist writes "break the teeth in their mouths, and tear out the fangs of the lions," to me that says make their decrees powerless. Especially when it is a decree of rebellion. In spite of the brood of vipers in charge, the psalmist hopes that God will still be the vindicator, acknowledging Him as the charge of the earth. A position no man has ever attained. Yet.
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