Asaph is pleading for God's help.

## Call to mind ##

AT: "Remember"

## the life of your dove ##

This phrase may reflect the kindness found in the Law, in a general sense. The phrase "your dove" may refer to the people of Israel. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])

## a wild animal ##

This phrase may be comparing the enemies of Israel to "a wild animal." AT: "a savage enemy that is like a wild animal." (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])