Psalms 62
AOSNPsalms 62:1-12
This psalm expresses trust in the king and includes a prayer for him. The king relies on God even during tough times.
His tricky and strong enemies challenge him, but he stays strong. He urges himself and his people to trust God.
He wants them to view their human enemies from God's perspective, where they seem weak, temporary, and deceitful (Psalm 62:9).
Psalms 62:1
See 1 Chronicles 25:1; also in Psalms 39 and 77.
Psalms 62:3-4
The enemies want to overthrow the king using lies and tricks.
Psalms 62:4
his lofty perch: This means the royal throne.
Psalms 62:5-8
The psalmist encourages himself and others to place their hope in God.
Psalms 62:9-12
Humans are temporary, unlike God. Even when successful, their prosperity does not last long.
Psalms 62:9
are but a lie: People often try to appear stronger and better than they truly are.
Psalms 62:10
Extortion involves using threats to force someone to give up their belongings. Stealing means taking what belongs to someone else.
Psalms 62:11-12
Only God balances power and loving devotion. He cares for his people by removing those who do evil from the world (see Psalm 1:6).
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