Psalm 59:6

They return at evening: they make a noise like a dog, and go round about the city.

Cross-reference

Psalm 59:14 Citation

In Psalm 59:14, the exact same verse repeats — 'They return at evening, snarling like dogs' — a refrain.

Psalm 55:10 Parallel

In Psalm 55:10, 'prowl about on its walls' mirrors the prowling imagery of enemies in the city.

Psalm 22:16 Parallel

In Psalm 22:16, 'dogs surround me' uses the same animal imagery for enemies encircling the psalmist.

1 Samuel 19:11 Historical context

In 1 Samuel 19:11, the historical event of Saul sending men to watch David's house is the background for this psalm.