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What does Psalm chapter 31 mean? David begins this psalm with a prayer for deliverance from his enemies and for guidance. He trusts in the Lord for stability, security, and protection.
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Jul 16, 2017 · Psalm 31 is a lament psalm in which David is trying to work through a problem in his life with the Lord’s help. That problem – as it turns out – is his son Absalom entering into Jerusalem to kill his own father.
1 In you, Lord, I have taken refuge; let me never be put to shame; deliver me in your righteousness. 2 Turn your ear to me, come quickly to my rescue; be my rock of refuge, a strong fortress to save me. 3 Since you are my rock and my fortress, for the sake of your name lead and guide me.
Psalm 31 beautifully articulates the unwavering trust in God amidst suffering and the appreciation of His divine protection. It is a testament to faith's enduring power, reminding believers to trust in God's love and refuge, despite the storms they may encounter in life.
31 In thee, O Lord, do I put my trust; let me never be ashamed: deliver me in thy righteousness. 2 Bow down thine ear to me; deliver me speedily: be thou my strong rock, for an house of defence to save me. 3 For thou art my rock and my fortress; therefore for thy name's sake lead me, and guide me.
Psalm 31 is among the most popular chapters in the Book of Psalms. It has so many lessons we can derive from it. From God’s protection to his answers to our prayer, Psalm 31 tells us about the struggle of our human existence and how we can always depend on God.
Psalm 31 is the 31st psalm of the Book of Psalms, beginning in English in the King James Version: "In thee, O L ORD, do I put my trust". In Latin, it is known as "In te Domine speravi". [1] The Book of Psalms is part of the third section of the Hebrew Bible, [2] and a book of the Christian Old Testament.
