True happiness and absolute security are found when a person leans entirely on the Creator. Observing someone who lives with such unwavering faith naturally leads others to recognize their deep state of blessing [מצודת דוד]. This ideal state involves placing trust in God alone [רד״ק]. It moves beyond basic belief into a pure reliance where a person does not depend on natural means, business ventures, or human effort as the ultimate source of salvation. Instead, they trust that God Himself will choose the right path for their rescue [מלבי״ם]. King David serves as a living example of this profound trust. He relied entirely on God to save him from King Saul, deliberately choosing not to harm his pursuer even when presented with clear opportunities [אלשיך].
Complementing this total reliance on God is a complete refusal to depend on human illusions of power [מצודת דוד]. A person anchored in true faith does not seek the help of the proud, the boastful, or the arrogant [רש״י, מצודת ציון, ביאור שטיינזלץ]. The primary approach among commentators is that this refers to individuals in positions of power and authority who offer their assistance out of a sense of pride. Relying on them is a mistake because they boast of strength that far exceeds their actual capabilities [מלבי״ם]. This arrogance was evident in the men who pridefully urged David to kill Saul [אלשיך].
Furthermore, a trusting person avoids those who deviate from the straight and honest path [רש״י, אבן עזרא, מצודת ציון]. These individuals stray from truth, pursuing empty thoughts and speaking lies [מצודת דוד, ביאור שטיינזלץ]. They might take the form of magicians who peddle false hope rather than encouraging reliance on the true God [רד״ק]. Alternatively, they may act as gossips and instigators, much like the deceitful men who fed lies to Saul and fueled his relentless pursuit of David [אלשיך]. Ultimately, falsehood represents something entirely lacking in substance, unable to survive the test of time. Depending on such deceitful people is an empty illusion and a fundamental flaw, standing in stark contrast to the enduring security found only in God [מלבי״ם].