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In peace I will both lay myself down and sleep, For you, Yahweh alone, make me live in safety.
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The Source of True Peace
Commentators agree that this verse expresses a profound tranquility that comes directly from trusting in God. David isn't just hoping for peace; he possesses it. Despite external threats, his confidence in God's sovereign protection allows him to lie down and sleep soundly. This illustrates how faith in God is the ultimate source of inner peace, regardless of circumstances.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
I will both lay me down in peace, and sleep — The word “both” here means “at the same time;” that is, I will be in peace, and I wil…
19th Century
Anglican
Both. —Better, and at once. So the Septuagint and Vulgate: “At the very moment.” (Isaiah 42:14.) This, too, i…
Baptist
He who has Jehovah as his God is at home even when he is abroad; he is well guarded even when he has none upon earth to protect him, and he can go …
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16th Century
Protestant
He concludes by stating that, since he is protected by the power of God, he enjoys as much security and quiet as if he had been defended by all the…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
I will both lay me down in peace, and sleep Signifying, that he had such a calmness and serenity of mind, amidst all his …
Worldly people seek good, but not the chief good; all they want is outward good, present good, partial good, good food, good drink, a good trade, a…
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13th Century
Catholic
1. In the preceding psalm, David pleaded in prayer for God’s help against his tribulations and, realizing he was heard, he now exhorts other…
