Psalm 61:3

3 For you have been a refuge for me, a tower of strength in the face of the foe.

Psalm 61:3 Meaning and Commentary

Psalms 61:3

For thou hast been a shelter for me
Or "refuge" ^F25, from avenging justice; a hiding place and covert from the storms and tempests of divine wrath; a shadow and a screen from the heat of Satan's fiery darts, and the blast of his terrible temptations, ( Isaiah 25:4 ) ;

[and] a strong tower from the enemy:
from Satan the devouring lion, from furious persecutors, and every other enemy; see ( Proverbs 18:10 ) ; and this experience the psalmist had of protection from the Rock in former times made him desirous of being led to it now.

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FOOTNOTES:

F25 (hoxm) "asylum", Tigurine version, Vatablus; "perfagium", Cocceius; "refugium", Michaelis.

Psalm 61:3 In-Context

1 For the leader. With stringed instruments. By David: Hear my cry, God; listen to my prayer.

2 From the end of the earth, with fainting heart, I call out to you. Set me down on a rock far above where I am now.

3 For you have been a refuge for me, a tower of strength in the face of the foe.

4 I will live in your tent forever and find refuge in the shelter of your wings. (Selah)

5 For you, God, have heard my vows; you have given me the heritage of those who fear your name.