Psalms 91 commentary old testament matthew henry st. This daily newsletter provides a starting point for personal study, and gives valuable insight into the verses that make up the word of god. Psalms 92 chapter 91 some of the ancients were of opinion that moses was the penman, not only of the foregoing psalm, which is expressly said to be his, but also of the eight that next follow it. Indeed, the exact verbal links among these three psalms that contain divine address psalms 50, 81, and 91 are striking enough to suggest that psalms 50 and 81 intentionally anticipate psalm 91. Because it shares some of the themes of psalm 90, some think moses was the author. Offering an indepth look at protection promises, ruth walks you verse by verse through psalm 91 to open your eyes to gods presence. Psalm 91 niv whoever dwells in the shelter of the bible. In psalm 91, many bible students think that there are three people, or groups of people, that speak. The psalmist wrote it to assure israel that yahweh would keep them safe through all trials if they put their trust in him. Yet psalm 91 never says it is a promise for a universal audience and what it does say is very specific and parallel to end times prophecy.
Book 4 of psalms places the brokenness of the worldincluding human mortalityin the context of gods sovereignty. Book 4 psalms 90106 bible commentary produced by tow project book 4 of psalms places the brokenness of the worldincluding human mortalityin the context of gods sovereignty. Read psalms 91 commentary using matthew henry commentary on the whole bible complete. Psalm 91 tells of a man, who is able to tread the lion and adder under his feet. This entire chapter of psalm 91 is filled with the goodness and power of god.
There are two distinct voices in the psalm, and each speaks to the trusting believer in the lord. He will cover you with his feathers, and under his wings you will find refuge. The second voice is that of the lord himself who likewise pledges his watch care verses 1416. The opening lines of psalm 91 seem to take that idea further. Undoubtedly the tempter was right in referring this psalm to the son of god mt 4. Study the bible online using commentary on psalms 91 and. Tempt means try to make someone do what they should not do.
Psalms 91 commentary, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, this commentary, written by 29 eminent scholars, is one of the mostrecognized standards of expository commentaries. The imagery of the psalm seems to be in part drawn from that passover night, when the destroying angel passed through egypt, while the faithful and obedient israelites were sheltered by god. The rainbow angel stands upon the land and the sea, having in his hand a little book, open. Study psalm 91 using matthew henrys bible commentary concise to better understand scripture with full outline and verse meaning. Psalm 91 bible commentary matthew henry concise christianity. Her comforting insightsand the personal testimonies of otherswill help you turn away from fear and terror, and trust that gods supportive shield surrounds you. Surely he shall deliver thee o thou believing, pious soul, who after my example shalt make god thy refuge, thou shalt partake of the same privilege which i enjoy. May 12, 2017 ive read psalm 91 dozens of times, but never noticed this. Psalm 91 is the second most popular psalm thanks to its powerful description of gods supernatural protection which most read as promises for everyday christian life. Now in the psalm before us, and especially in psalms 91. He repeated words from it when his enemy satan tried to tempt him. Keil and delitzsch biblical commentary on the old testament.
And those who have found the comfort of making the lord their refuge, cannot but desire that others may do so. This should tip us off that perhaps there is more to psalm 91 than only. We suffer, and we cannot shield those we love from suffering. Psalm 91 1 psalm 91 1 he who dwells in the shelter of the most high will rest in the shadow of the almighty. Free bible commentary on the book of psalms in easy english written by gordon churchyard for missionassist. The prayer for a salutary knowledge, or discernment, of the appointment of divine wrath is now followed by the prayer for the return of favour, and the wish that god would. Commentaries on the book of psalms bible commentaries and studies.
We answer the questions what is meant by god hiding us under the shadow of. This psalm has no title, and therefore the author remains unknown. The first voice assures the faithful of gods protection verses 1. There is a deeper meaning in this passage, hidden in plain sight. Psalms 90106 in one file or download in r tf format psalm 90. This should tip us off that perhaps there is more to psalm 91 than only a psalm of wisdom or deliverance for the child of god. Great reminders that he faithfully works on behalf of those who love him. We have a divinely inspired commentary on these verses in the new testament, which shed much light on the meaning and application of this psalm to us. Psalm 91 prophecy, not promises secret place location found. Some of the ancients were of opinion that moses was the penman, not only of the foregoing psalm, which is expressly said to be his, but also of the eight that next follow it. Free bible commentary on the book of psalms in easy english. Along the way you will find hope and encouragement in the stories of people from all walks of life who have found refuge in this covenant promise from god. Because it shares some of the themes and phrases of psalms 27 and 31, some think the author was david.
His books are inexpensive paperbacks that are theological in nature. Considering how prominent the psalms are, both in being quoted as prophetic in the new testament, and in christian liturgy and spirituality, it is notable how little in depth commentary there is on the psalms. Goods historical outline of the book of psalms, 1842. To say psalm 91 is one of the bibles more popular psalms is an understatement. Daily verse and comment, and have biblical truth delivered to your inbox.
Great reminders that he faithfully works on behalf of those who. Matthew henry bible commentary complete matthew henrys bible commentary concise. He that by faith chooses god for his protector, shall find all in him that he needs or can desire. Tehillim psalms chapter 91 tanakh online torah bible. Psalms 91 commentary the expositors bible commentary. Psalm 91 the assurance given to those who trust in god. Yet god remains in charge, and our hope for all things to be put right rests. Matthew henry commentary on psalms 91 but never noticed this. Find out the places location from how psalm 91 lines up with the beginning of birth pains endtime prophecy of jesus, revelation, and joel. This book is certainly not written from a christian point of view i knew that going in.
On this occasion we shall follow the divisions which our translators have placed at the head of the psalm, for they are pithy and suggestive. He who dwells in the shelter of the most high will abide in the shadow of the almighty. God is my refuge and my fortress 1 he who dwells in the secret place of the most high will rest in the shadow of the almighty. The words of psalm 91 are some of the most beautiful words in the bible. Whoever dwells in the shelter of the most high will rest in the shadow of the almighty.
Spurgeons treasury of david to better understand scripture. It is classified as an individual hymn of thanksgiving, in which an individual praises god for goodness to or on behalf of that individual, usually for a deliverance from. Psalm 90, but this one is individualized singular you. Greek version of the old testament attributes this psalm to david, but that remains in question. It is probable that this psalm also was penned by david. Psalm 91 prophecy, not promises secret place location. Ive read psalm 91 dozens of times, but never noticed this. I will say of the lord, he is my refuge and my fortress, my god, in whom i trust. Youll get this book and many others when you join bible gateway plus. He that makes god his habitation and refuge, as he is called psalm 91. An integrated digital bible study library including complete notes from the believers bible commentary and the cultural backgrounds study bible niv and nrsv. We arent certain of the time and circumstances of its writing. Psalm 91 living under the shadow of the almighty manuscript kh. Oct 21, 2018 indeed, the exact verbal links among these three psalms that contain divine address psalms 50, 81, and 91 are striking enough to suggest that psalms 50 and 81 intentionally anticipate psalm 91.
Bible commentary on the book of psalms, chapter 91, by dr. From the snare of the fowler which is laid unseen, and catches the unwary prey on a sudden. Book 4 psalms 90106 bible commentary theology of work. Psalms 91 commentary matthew henry commentary on the. Psalm chapter 91 matthew henry complete commentary on. Moses spoke of god as the dwellingplace, the habitation, the home of man. In this lesson we use isa 28, job 5, ezek, rev 14, rev 16 and others to get a better understanding of psalm 91. There is nothing in psalm 91 that tells us who wrote it or when.
In psalm 91, peggy joyce ruth, a veteran bible teacher, guides you through a personal study of this psalm, explaining verse by verse gods promises of protection. This singer seems to accept that great idea, and then to speak of the most central chamber of the dwellingplace, referring to it as the secret place, and describing its complete security. Psalms 91 some of the ancients were of opinion that moses was the penman, not only of the foregoing psalm, which is expressly said to be his, but also of the eight that next follow it. The hebrew word esher is here translated blessed, which has the idea of happiness or contentment. A final assessment regarding the genrecategory of psalm 91 will be assessed through craig c. Gods care and provision are repeated for emphasis and then god himself speaks in ps. Surely he will save you from the fowlers snare and from the deadly pestilence. Living under the shadow of the almighty psalm 91 introduction. Spurgeons treasury of david to better understand scripture with full outline and verse meaning. In this psalm, the way of the righteous and the way of the ungodly are contrasted. Psalms 91 commentary, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, this classic commentary, ed in 1804, is scotts observations on the book of psalms. Dec 20, 2017 in this lesson we use isa 28, job 5, ezek, rev 14, rev 16 and others to get a better understanding of psalm 91. Psalms 91 commentary matthew henry commentary on the whole. We have a divinely inspired commentary on these verses in the new testament, which shed much light on the meaning and application of this.
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