Psalms 11:2

"For the Chief Musician. By David. In the LORD, I take refuge. How can you say to my soul, “Flee as a bird to your mountain”?"

Key Reflection

In this passage, David expresses his unwavering trust in the Lord as his refuge, contrasting sharply with those who advise him to flee like a bird seeking safety in a mountain. This stark juxtaposition underscores David's confidence that God offers a more secure and eternal sanctuary compared to temporary human advice or physical hiding places.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

For, lo, the wicked bend their bow -These are to he regarded as the words of the persons referred to in the previous verse, who had advised the persecuted psalmist to flee to the mountains. In this verse reasons are suggested for that advice. The reasons are, that the enemy was preparing for an attack, and that at an unexpected moment the attack would be made unless he should effect his escape. Apprised of the danger, he might now make good his escape, and avoid the peril which was impending. The common weapon in war, as in hunting, was the bow and arrow. The process of preparing for the use of the bow consisted in bending it, and properly adjusting the arrow.

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