In Jeremiah 4:12, this signifies a judgment or verdict against people who are in evil and falsity who are unwilling to receive goods and truths. (The Inner Meaning of the Prophets and Psalms 70)

In Psalm 17:2, this relates to the integrity of the Lord's earthly life. (The Inner Meaning of the Prophets and Psalms 267)

267. Internal Meaning of Psalm 17

1-5 The Lord concerning the integrity of His life, (10, 15)

6 from the Divine in Himself; (10)

6-10 from which He is sustained against the evil who rise up against Him, (8)

11-12 and wish to slay Him; (9)

13 by whom, nevertheless, He cannot be hurt; (9)

14 and yet they possess the Word. (9)

15 He will be glorified. (10)