Psalm 36/Speech Act/Summary

Speaker		Verses		Macro Speech Acts		Addressee
David		v. 2 Rebellion’s declaration [speaks] to the wicked in the midst of his heart.		ALERT (OF EVIL) (vv. 2–5) The wicked person does not refuse evil (v. 5). Supporting statements There is no fear of God before the wicked person's eyes (v. 2).		YHWH's people
		v. 3 There is no fear of God before his eyes.
		v. 4 For [Rebellion] has flattered him in his eyes,
		v. 5 that he has found his iniquity and hated it.
		v. 6 The words of his mouth are evil and deceit.		ASSURANCE (OF LOYALTY) (vv. 6–10) YHWH's loyalty is unthreatened. YHWH delivers (v. 7) and shelters his people (v. 8).		YHWH
		v. 7 He has ceased to act wisely and to do good.
		v. 8 He plots evil on his bed.
		v. 9 He remains beside every way that is not good.
		v. 10 He does not refuse evil.
		v. 11 YHWH, your loyalty is in the sky;		REQUEST (FOR CONT. LOYALTY) (vv. 11–12) YHWH will continue his loyalty towards his people (v. 11).
		v. 12 your faithfulness [extends] up to the clouds.
		v. 13 Your justice is like the mighty mountains;		ASSURANCE (OF CONT. LOYALTY) (v. 13) Wicked people have been defeated and no longer pose a threat.		YHWH's people