Psalms 46:7
The LORD of hosts is with us; the God of Jacob is our refuge. Selah.
Original Language Analysis
יְהוָ֣ה
The LORD
H3068
יְהוָ֣ה
The LORD
Strong's:
H3068
Word #:
1 of 8
(the) self-existent or eternal; jeho-vah, jewish national name of god
צְבָא֣וֹת
of hosts
H6635
צְבָא֣וֹת
of hosts
Strong's:
H6635
Word #:
2 of 8
a mass of persons (or figuratively, things), especially reg. organized for war (an army); by implication, a campaign, literally or figuratively (speci
עִמָּ֑נוּ
H5973
עִמָּ֑נוּ
Strong's:
H5973
Word #:
3 of 8
adverb or preposition, with (i.e., in conjunction with), in varied applications; specifically, equally with; often with prepositional prefix (and then
אֱלֹהֵ֖י
is with us the God
H430
אֱלֹהֵ֖י
is with us the God
Strong's:
H430
Word #:
6 of 8
gods in the ordinary sense; but specifically used (in the plural thus, especially with the article) of the supreme god; occasionally applied by way of
Cross References
Psalms 9:9The LORD also will be a refuge for the oppressed, a refuge in times of trouble.Romans 8:31What shall we then say to these things? If God be for us, who can be against us?2 Chronicles 13:12And, behold, God himself is with us for our captain, and his priests with sounding trumpets to cry alarm against you. O children of Israel, fight ye not against the LORD God of your fathers; for ye shall not prosper.Numbers 14:9Only rebel not ye against the LORD, neither fear ye the people of the land; for they are bread for us: their defence is departed from them, and the LORD is with us: fear them not.Isaiah 8:10Take counsel together, and it shall come to nought; speak the word, and it shall not stand: for God is with us.Matthew 28:20Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you: and, lo, I am with you alway, even unto the end of the world. Amen.Psalms 46:11The LORD of hosts is with us; the God of Jacob is our refuge. Selah.2 Timothy 4:22The Lord Jesus Christ be with thy spirit. Grace be with you. Amen.
Historical Context
This title 'LORD of hosts' became prominent during the monarchy, emphasizing Yahweh's supremacy over all spiritual and earthly powers. It connected Israel's God to the heavenly court and angelic armies.
Questions for Reflection
- How do the titles 'LORD of hosts' and 'God of Jacob' complement each other?
- What does it mean that the commander of heaven's armies is also the personal God of our ancestor Jacob?
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Analysis & Commentary
The refrain: 'The LORD of hosts is with us; the God of Jacob is our refuge.' 'LORD of hosts' (Yahweh Tzevaot) emphasizes God's command of heavenly armies--infinite power. 'God of Jacob' emphasizes covenant relationship with the patriarchs--intimate faithfulness. Power and love combine in our refuge.