King James Bible
"I have pursued mine enemies, and overtaken them: neither did I turn again till they were consumed."
David recounts his military victories, crediting God for enabling him to chase down and catch his foes. This active pursuit language emphasizes divine empowerment in battle rather than mere personal prowess, reflecting ancient Near Eastern warrior theology where victory comes from divine favor. The psalmist's relentless commitment to complete victory demonstrates total dependence on God's strength to finish what was started. The Hebrew term for 'consumed' suggests utter defeat, not merely routing enemies but ensuring they pose no future threat—a common necessity in ancient warfare where partially defeated enemies could regroup.