Psalms 62

My Soul Waits for God Alone

1 Truly my soul waiteth upon GodGod: אֱלֹהִים (Elohim). The Hebrew Elohim (אֱלֹהִים) is a plural form denoting majesty and fullness of deity. Though grammatically plural, it takes singular verbs when referring to the one true God, suggesting the Trinity's plurality within unity.: from him cometh my salvation. Salvation: Psalms 62:2, Isaiah 12:2. References God: Psalms 123:2. Parallel theme: Psalms 33:20, 37:7, 40:1, 121:2, Isaiah 40:31, Lamentations 3:25, James 5:7 +5

2 He only is my rock and my salvationSalvation: יְשׁוּעָה (Yeshuah). The Hebrew yeshuah (יְשׁוּעָה) means salvation or deliverance—rescue from danger or enemies. This is the root of 'Jesus' (Yeshua), meaning 'YHWH saves.'; he is my defence; I shall not be greatly moved. Salvation: Psalms 18:2, 21:1, 27:1, 62:6, 89:26. Parallel theme: Psalms 37:24, 59:9, 59:17, Isaiah 26:4, 32:2 +5

3 How long will ye imagine mischief against a man? ye shall be slain all of you: as a bowing wall shall ye be, and as a tottering fence. Parallel theme: Psalms 4:2, 21:11, 38:12, 82:2, 140:2, Exodus 16:28, Proverbs 1:22, 6:9, Jeremiah 4:14, Hosea 7:15 +5

4 They only consult to cast him down from his excellency: they delight in lies: they bless with their mouth, but they curse inwardly. Selah. Light: Romans 7:22. Parallel theme: Psalms 5:9, 28:3, 55:21, Romans 1:32, Revelation 22:15

5 My soul, wait thou only upon God; for my expectation is from him. References God: Psalms 42:11, 43:5, 71:5, 104:1, Micah 7:7. Parallel theme: Psalms 37:34, 104:35, 146:1, Habakkuk 2:3, Philippians 1:20 +5

6 He only is my rock and my salvation: he is my defence; I shall not be moved. Salvation: Psalms 62:2, Isaiah 45:17, Hosea 1:7. Parallel theme: Psalms 16:8, 112:6, Proverbs 10:30, 12:7 +2

7 In God is my salvation and my gloryGlory: כָּבוֹד (Kavod). The Hebrew kavod (כָּבוֹד) literally means 'weight' or 'heaviness,' metaphorically denoting glory, honor, or majesty. God's glory (Shekinah) filled the tabernacle (Exodus 40:34) and temple (1 Kings 8:11).: the rock of my strength, and my refuge, is in God. Salvation: Psalms 18:2, 18:46, Jeremiah 3:23, Galatians 6:14. References God: Psalms 46:1, 94:22. Glory: Psalms 3:3, 4:2, Isaiah 45:25. Parallel theme: Isaiah 26:4 +5

8 Trust in him at all times; ye people, pour out your heart before him: GodGod: אֱלֹהִים (Elohim). The Hebrew Elohim (אֱלֹהִים) is a plural form denoting majesty and fullness of deity. Though grammatically plural, it takes singular verbs when referring to the one true God, suggesting the Trinity's plurality within unity. is a refuge for us. Selah. References God: Psalms 42:4, Philippians 4:6, Hebrews 6:18. Faith: Psalms 18:2, Job 13:15, Isaiah 26:4. Parallel theme: Psalms 142:2, 1 Samuel 1:15, Isaiah 26:16, Lamentations 2:19 +5

9 Surely men of low degree are vanity, and men of high degree are a lie: to be laid in the balance, they are altogether lighter than vanity. Parallel theme: Psalms 39:5, 39:11, 116:11, 118:9, 1 Samuel 18:5, 23:12, 2 Samuel 15:31, Isaiah 40:15, 40:17, Romans 3:4 +5

10 Trust not in oppression, and become not vain in robbery: if riches increase, set not your heart upon them. Faith: Psalms 49:6, 52:7, Isaiah 30:12, 1 Timothy 6:10, 6:17. Parallel theme: Job 20:19, 20:29, Isaiah 61:8, Jeremiah 17:11, Mark 10:23 +5

11 God hath spoken once; twice have I heard this; that power belongeth unto God. References God: Psalms 59:17, Job 33:14, Revelation 19:1. Parallel theme: Job 40:5, Isaiah 26:4, Matthew 6:13, 28:18, John 19:11 +3

12 Also unto thee, O Lord, belongeth mercyMercy: רַחֲמִים (Rachamim). The Hebrew rachamim (רַחֲמִים) derives from 'womb' (rechem), suggesting tender, maternal compassion. God's mercies are 'new every morning' (Lamentations 3:23), showing His compassionate nature.: for thou renderest to every man according to his work. Grace: Psalms 86:15, 103:8. References Lord: Daniel 9:9. Parallel theme: Job 34:11, Proverbs 24:12, Matthew 16:27, Romans 2:6, 1 Corinthians 3:8, Revelation 22:12 +4