Psalms 61:3
“For thou hast been a shelter for me, and a strong tower from the enemy.”
Psalms 61:3 in 8 translations
- KJVKing James Version
- For thou hast been a shelter for me, and a strong tower from the enemy.
- DRADouay–Rheims
- for thou hast been my hope; a tower of strength against the face of the enemy.
- ASVAmerican Standard Version
- For thou hast been a refuge for me, A strong tower from the enemy.
- DARBYDarby
- For thou hast been a refuge for me, a strong tower from before the enemy.
- WEBThe World English Bible
- For you have been a refuge for me, a strong tower from the enemy.
- YLTYoung's Literal Translation
- For Thou hast been a refuge for me, A tower of strength because of the enemy.
- BPVBiblePics Version
- For thou hast been a shelter for me, and a strong tower from the enemy.
- BPVBiblePics Version
- For thou hast been a shelter for me, and a strong tower from the enemy.
Context: Psalms 61
1{To the chief Musician upon Neginah, A Psalm of David.} Hear my cry, O God; attend unto my prayer.
2From the end of the earth will I cry unto thee, when my heart is overwhelmed: lead me to the rock that is higher than I.
3For thou hast been a shelter for me, and a strong tower from the enemy.
4I will abide in thy tabernacle for ever: I will trust in the covert of thy wings. Selah.
5For thou, O God, hast heard my vows: thou hast given me the heritage of those that fear thy name.
About Psalms 61: Finding Refuge in God
Psalm 61 expresses the longing of the psalmist's heart to find refuge in the Lord. The psalmist cries out for God's help in the midst of a difficult situation and ultimately finds peace and security in the Lord's presence.
Commentary
In this Psalm, we see the psalmist's deep trust in God to be their refuge and protector. The imagery of being under the "shadow of your wings" is a beautiful reminder of God's care and protection over us. Despite feeling overwhelmed and far from God, the psalmist makes a conscious decision to turn towards the Lord and find strength in Him. This Psalm serves as a reminder to us that when we face trials and troubles in our lives, we can turn to God for refuge and strength. In Him, we can find peace and security, and our hearts can be strengthened to face whatever comes our way.