Psalm 91

God Angels Blessing Acknowledging Protection Salvation Fear Almighty Eternal life Judgment Truth Trust

Psalm 91 expresses confidence in God's protection. It highlights the safety and security that comes from dwelling in His presence and trusting in Him. The psalmist recognizes God as his refuge, fortress, and shield, delivering him from danger and harm. The chapter reassures believers that no disaster or plague will come near them if they put their faith in God.

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1 He that dwelleth in the secret place of the most High shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty.
He that dwelleth in the secret place of the most High shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty.
2 I will say of the LORD, He is my refuge and my fortress: my God; in him will I trust.
I will say of the LORD, He is my refuge and my fortress: my <a href="/bible/biblical-figures/God">God</a>; in him will I trust.
3 Surely he shall deliver thee from the snare of the fowler, and from the noisome pestilence.
Surely he shall deliver thee from the snare of the fowler, and from the noisome pestilence.
4 He shall cover thee with his feathers, and under his wings shalt thou trust: his truth shall be thy shield and buckler.
He shall cover thee with his feathers, and under his wings shalt thou trust: his truth shall be thy shield and buckler.
5 Thou shalt not be afraid for the terror by night; nor for the arrow that flieth by day;
Thou shalt not be afraid for the terror by night; nor for the arrow that flieth by day;
6 Nor for the pestilence that walketh in darkness; nor for the destruction that wasteth at noonday.
Nor for the pestilence that walketh in darkness; nor for the destruction that wasteth at noonday.
7 A thousand shall fall at thy side, and ten thousand at thy right hand; but it shall not come nigh thee.
A thousand shall fall at thy side, and ten thousand at thy right hand; but it shall not come nigh thee.
8 Only with thine eyes shalt thou behold and see the reward of the wicked.
9 Because thou hast made the LORD, which is my refuge, even the most High, thy habitation;
Because thou hast made the LORD, which is my refuge, even the most High, thy habitation;
10 There shall no evil befall thee, neither shall any plague come nigh thy dwelling.
11 For he shall give his angels charge over thee, to keep thee in all thy ways.
For he shall give his angels charge over thee, to keep thee in all thy ways.
12 They shall bear thee up in their hands, lest thou dash thy foot against a stone.
They shall bear thee up in their hands, lest thou dash thy foot against a stone.
13 Thou shalt tread upon the lion and adder: the young lion and the dragon shalt thou trample under feet.
Thou shalt tread upon the lion and adder: the young lion and the dragon shalt thou trample under feet.
14 Because he hath set his love upon me, therefore will I deliver him: I will set him on high, because he hath known my name.
15 He shall call upon me, and I will answer him: I will be with him in trouble; I will deliver him, and honour him.
16 With long life will I satisfy him, and shew him my salvation.
With long life will I satisfy him, and shew him my salvation.

Commentary

Psalm 91 is a beautiful reminder that God is our protector and our shield. When we trust in Him and lean on Him in times of trouble, we can find safety and security. The imagery of God as a refuge and fortress provides a sense of comfort and strength. The psalm also acknowledges that we will face trials and challenges in life, but God promises to be with us through every situation. This chapter offers hope and encouragement to those who are struggling, reminding us that God's protection is available to all who seek it.

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Assuming a reader with an average reading speed of 300 WPM reads the Psalm, chapter 91 it would take approximately 2 minutes to finish.

There are 16 verses in Psalm, chapter 91.