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Psalms 91

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1He who dwells in the secret place of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty. 2I will say of Yahweh, “He is my refuge and my fortress; my God, in whom I trust.” 3For he will deliver you from the snare of the fowler, and from the deadly pestilence. 4He will cover you with his feathers. Under his wings you will take refuge. His faithfulness is your shield and rampart. 5You shall not be afraid of the terror by night, nor of the arrow that flies by day, 6nor of the pestilence that walks in darkness, nor of the destruction that wastes at noonday. 7A thousand may fall at your side, and ten thousand at your right hand; but it will not come near you. 8You will only look with your eyes, and see the recompense of the wicked. 9Because you have made Yahweh your refuge, and the Most High your dwelling place, 10no evil shall happen to you, neither shall any plague come near your dwelling. 11For he will put his angels in charge of you, to guard you in all your ways. 12They will bear you up in their hands, so that you won’t dash your foot against a stone. 13You will tread on the lion and cobra. You will trample the young lion and the serpent underfoot. 14“Because he has set his love on me, therefore I will deliver him. I will set him on high, because he has known my name. 15He will call on me, and I will answer him. I will be with him in trouble. I will deliver him, and honor him. 16I will satisfy him with long life, and show him my salvation.”

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Overview

Psalms 91 is a profound declaration of trust and confidence in the Lord's protection and deliverance. The psalmist begins by affirming that those who dwell in the secret place of the Most High will abide under the shadow of the Almighty. This imagery conveys a deep sense of safety and intimacy with God, suggesting that a close relationship with Him provides refuge from life's dangers. The psalmist proclaims that the Lord is a refuge and fortress, emphasizing His role as a protector against various threats, including deadly diseases and attacks from enemies. The repeated assurances of safety highlight the faithfulness of God to those who trust in Him, as seen in verses like 3-4, where it states, "Surely he will save you from the fowler's snare and from the deadly pestilence. He will cover you with his feathers, and under his wings you will find refuge; his faithfulness will be your shield and rampart."

The latter part of the psalm shifts to a more personal promise from God, where He speaks directly to the faithful believer. In verses 14-16, the Lord declares that because the individual loves Him and acknowledges His name, He will rescue, protect, and answer them in times of trouble. This section emphasizes the reciprocal relationship between God and His people, where love and trust lead to divine intervention and salvation. The psalm concludes with a powerful affirmation of long life and salvation for those who remain steadfast in their faith. Overall, Psalms 91 serves as a comforting reminder of God's unwavering presence and protection in the midst of life's uncertainties.
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  1. Exodus 8:22v7Exodus 8:22 highlights God's protection over the land of Goshen, where the Israelites lived, during the plagues. Psalm 91:7-8 speaks of God's protection over His people amidst widespread calamity.
  2. Exodus 33:22v1Exodus 33:22 describes God protecting Moses by placing him in the cleft of a rock. Psalm 91:1-4 speaks of God's protection and refuge, using imagery of shelter and safety, reinforcing the theme of God's protective care.
  3. Deuteronomy 33:12v1Deuteronomy 33:12 speaks of Benjamin being beloved of the Lord and dwelling in safety, which resonates with Psalm 91:1-2's theme of God's protection for those who dwell in His presence.
  4. Ruth 2:12v4Ruth 2:12 speaks of the Lord rewarding Ruth and taking her under His wings, similar to Psalm 91:4, which describes God's protection as being under His wings.
  5. Job 5:21v5Job 5:21 assures protection from the scourge of the tongue and fear of destruction. Psalm 91:5 similarly promises freedom from fear of terror by night or the arrow that flies by day.
  6. Psalms 32:7v1Psalm 32:7 speaks of God as a hiding place and deliverer, a theme echoed in Psalm 91:1-2, which describes God as a refuge and fortress.
  7. Psalms 36:7v4Both verses use the imagery of taking refuge under God's wings, highlighting His protection and care for those who trust in Him.
  8. Psalms 57:1v4Psalm 57:1 speaks of taking refuge in the shadow of God's wings, a theme echoed in Psalm 91:4, which describes God's protection as a refuge and fortress.
  9. Psalms 63:7v4Psalm 63:7 mentions finding help and refuge in the shadow of God's wings, a metaphor also used in Psalm 91:4 to describe God's protection and faithfulness.
  10. Psalms 121:3v11Psalm 121:3 speaks of God not allowing the foot to slip, which is echoed in Psalm 91:11-12 where God commands His angels to guard and protect His people.
  11. Psalms 121:5-6v5Both passages assure protection from harm, with Psalm 121:5-6 speaking of God as a shade and Psalm 91:5-6 promising safety from terror and pestilence.
  12. Isaiah 4:6v1Isaiah 4:6 speaks of a shelter and refuge from storm and rain, which is echoed in Psalm 91:1 where those who dwell in the shelter of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty.
  13. Isaiah 32:2v1Isaiah 32:2 describes a man as a shelter and refuge, similar to Psalm 91:1-2 where God is depicted as a refuge and fortress for those who trust in Him.
  14. Daniel 6:22v11Daniel 6:22 describes how God sent His angel to shut the lions' mouths. Psalm 91:11-13 speaks of God's protection, promising that His angels will guard the faithful.

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