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A thousand shall fall at your side, And ten thousand at your right hand; But it will not come near you.

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God's Shield in Calamity

Commentators see this verse as a powerful promise of God's special protection for believers amidst widespread danger, like a plague or disaster. While thousands may fall around them, God provides a unique security for those who trust in Him. Scholars like John Calvin call this a 'distinguishing care,' showing that believers are not left to face chaos alone but are specially guarded by their heavenly Father.

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Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes

On Psalms 91:7

18th Century

Theologian

A thousand shall fall at thy side - Though a thousand should fall at your side, or close to you. This alludes to the manner in whic…

Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

On Psalms 91:7

19th Century

Bishop

It shall not come nigh thee.It, i.e., no one of the dangers enumerated. The pious Israelite bears a charmed l…

Charles Spurgeon

Charles Spurgeon

On Psalm 91:6–7

19th Century

Preacher

Nor for the pestilence that walketh in darkness; nor for the destruction that wasteth at noonday. A thousand shall fall at thy side, and ten th…

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John Calvin

John Calvin

On Psalms 91:7

16th Century

Theologian

A thousand shall fall at thy side. He proceeds to show that, though the condition of all people may appear to be alike, the believer has t…

John Gill

John Gill

On Psalms 91:7

17th Century

Pastor

A thousand shall fall at your side
The left side, as the Targum; so the Arabic version, and Jarchi and Kimchi; which…

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On Psalms 91:1–8

17th Century

Minister

Anyone who by faith chooses God for his protector shall find in him all that he needs or can desire. And those who have found the comfort of making…

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