Psalms 55:8
I would hasten my escape from the windy storm and tempest.
Original Language Analysis
אָחִ֣ישָׁה
I would hasten
H2363
אָחִ֣ישָׁה
I would hasten
Strong's:
H2363
Word #:
1 of 6
to hurry; figuratively, to be eager with excitement or enjoyment
Historical Context
Storms and tempests were feared in ancient Palestine, particularly affecting shepherds and travelers. David's language draws on his experience as a shepherd exposed to sudden weather changes in the Judean hills.
Questions for Reflection
- How do you discern between trials that come from God's discipline versus permitted circumstances?
- What does Christ's calming of the storm reveal about His authority over your 'tempests'?
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Analysis & Commentary
The Hebrew 'sa'ar' (tempest/whirlwind) evokes God's theophanic appearances (Job 38:1) and divine judgment. Yet here the tempest represents human opposition. This paradox reveals that believers may experience storms not from God's wrath but as the context for demonstrating His sustaining grace under sovereign permission.