"LISTEN UP, RECRUITS! Psalms 17 is all about God's protection. The Psalmist is praying to God to protect him from his enemies and keep him safe from their schemes. He's calling out to God to judge the wicked and keep him in his righteous path. He's also asking God to show him mercy and keep his soul safe. He finishes the Psalm by thanking God for listening to his prayer and trusting in His protection. THAT'S IT, RECRUITS! NOW YOU KNOW WHAT PSALMS 17 IS ALL ABOUT!"