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The name of Yahweh is a strong tower: The righteous run to him, and are safe.

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The Name is a Person

Commentators explain that 'the name of the Lord' signifies His entire revealed character—His mercy, power, and faithfulness. Scholars like Gill and Henry specify that this name finds its ultimate expression in the person and work of Jesus Christ. To trust in His name is to trust in Him and all He is for us.

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Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes

On Proverbs 18:10

18th Century

Theologian

Safe - literally, as in the margin, that is, is exalted. Compare Psalms 18:2, Psalms 18:33.

Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

On Proverbs 18:10

19th Century

Bishop

The name of the Lord is a strong tower. The “name of the Lord” signifies the titles by which He has made Himself known, d…

John Gill

John Gill

On Proverbs 18:10

17th Century

Pastor

The name of the Lord [is] a strong tower
By "the name of the Lord" may be meant, either the attributes and perfectio…

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Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On Proverbs 18:10–11

17th Century

Minister

The Divine power, made known in and through our Lord Jesus Christ, forms a strong tower for the believer, who relies on the Lord. How deceitful the…