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An Intimate Hiding Place
Commentators explain that the imagery of a 'pavilion' and the 'secret of his tabernacle' points to an incredibly intimate form of protection. It's not just about being kept safe, but about being welcomed into God's own dwelling, into His most private and secure space, like an honored guest or a beloved child. This security is deeply relational and personal.
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Albert Barnes
On Psalms 27:5
18th Century
Theologian
For in the time of trouble - When I am surrounded by dangers, or when affliction comes upon me.
He shall hide me…
Charles Ellicott
On Psalms 27:5
19th Century
Bishop
Pavilion. — A booth or hut; also of the lair of wild beasts (Psalms 10:9; Jeremiah 25:38…
Charles Spurgeon
On Psalm 27:4–5
19th Century
Preacher
To behold the beauty of the LORD, and to inquire in his temple. For in the time of trouble he shall hide me in his pavilion:
Will n…
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John Calvin
On Psalms 27:5
16th Century
Theologian
For he shall hide me in his tent. Here the Psalmist promises himself that his prayer would not be in vain. Although he is deprived of the …
John Gill
On Psalms 27:5
17th Century
Pastor
For in the time of trouble he shall hide me in his pavilion ,
&c.] This, with what follows, is given as a reason why…
Matthew Henry
On Psalms 27:1–6
17th Century
Minister
The Lord, who is the believer's light, is the strength of his life; not only by whom, but in whom he lives and moves. In God let us strengthen ours…