Psalms 3
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1Yahweh, how my adversaries have increased! Many are those who rise up against me. 2Many there are who say of my soul, “There is no help for him in God.” Selah. 3But you, Yahweh, are a shield around me, my glory, and the one who lifts up my head. 4I cry to Yahweh with my voice, and he answers me out of his holy hill. Selah. 5I laid myself down and slept. I awakened; for Yahweh sustains me. 6I will not be afraid of tens of thousands of people who have set themselves against me on every side. 7Arise, Yahweh! Save me, my God! For you have struck all of my enemies on the cheek bone. You have broken the teeth of the wicked. 8Salvation belongs to Yahweh. Your blessing be on your people. Selah.
World English Bible (public domain)
“But you, O LORD, are a shield about me, my glory, and the lifter of my head.”
Psalms 3:3
Summary
Psalm 3 is a short but poignant psalm of David, written during a time of personal crisis as he fled from his son Absalom. It begins with David's lament over the numerous enemies arrayed against him, highlighting his sense of vulnerability and isolation. Despite the overwhelming odds, David's faith remains unwavering; he expresses confidence that the Lord will protect him, portraying God as a shield. The psalm transitions into a declaration of trust in divine deliverance, emphasizing God's role as the sustainer of his life. David concludes with a plea for salvation, affirming that deliverance belongs to the Lord and anticipating blessings for God's people. This chapter underscores the themes of trust in God during adversity, God's protection, and the assurance of divine help and deliverance.
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