Psalms 16:9

"I have set the LORD always before me. Because he is at my right hand, I shall not be moved."

Key Reflection

In Psalms 16:9, the psalmist expresses a profound sense of God's constant presence and protection. By setting the LORD always before him, the psalmist means maintaining a steadfast focus on God in both thought and action. The imagery of God being at his right hand suggests not just proximity but also divine support and defense, ensuring that the psalmist remains unshaken in faith and purpose.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Therefore my heart is glad -In view of this fact, that my confidence is in God alone, and my belief that he is my Protector and Friend. See the notes atActs 2:26. And my glory rejoiceth -The Septuagint translate this, “my tongue,” and this translation is followed by Peter in his quotation of the passage inActs 2:26. See the notes at that passage. The meaning here is, that whatever there was in him that was honorable, dignified, or glorious - all the faculties of his soul, as well as his heart - had occasion to rejoice in God. His whole nature - his undying soul - his exalted powers as he was made by God - all - all, found cause of exultation in the favor and friendship of God.

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