Psalms 62:7
In God is my salvation and my glory: the rock of my strength, and my refuge, is in God.
Original Language Analysis
עַל
H5921
עַל
Strong's:
H5921
Word #:
1 of 8
above, over, upon, or against (yet always in this last relation with a downward aspect) in a great variety of applications
בֵּֽאלֹהִֽים׃
In God
H430
בֵּֽאלֹהִֽים׃
In God
Strong's:
H430
Word #:
2 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
וּכְבוֹדִ֑י
and my glory
H3519
וּכְבוֹדִ֑י
and my glory
Strong's:
H3519
Word #:
4 of 8
properly, weight, but only figuratively in a good sense, splendor or copiousness
צוּר
the rock
H6697
צוּר
the rock
Strong's:
H6697
Word #:
5 of 8
properly, a cliff (or sharp rock, as compressed); generally, a rock or boulder; figuratively, a refuge; also an edge (as precipitous)
עֻזִּ֥י
of my strength
H5797
עֻזִּ֥י
of my strength
Strong's:
H5797
Word #:
6 of 8
strength in various applications (force, security, majesty, praise)
Cross References
Psalms 3:3But thou, O LORD, art a shield for me; my glory, and the lifter up of mine head.Isaiah 26:4Trust ye in the LORD for ever: for in the LORD JEHOVAH is everlasting strength:Psalms 94:22But the LORD is my defence; and my God is the rock of my refuge.Psalms 18:2The LORD is my rock, and my fortress, and my deliverer; my God, my strength, in whom I will trust; my buckler, and the horn of my salvation, and my high tower.Jeremiah 3:23Truly in vain is salvation hoped for from the hills, and from the multitude of mountains: truly in the LORD our God is the salvation of Israel.Galatians 6:14But God forbid that I should glory, save in the cross of our Lord Jesus Christ, by whom the world is crucified unto me, and I unto the world.Isaiah 45:25In the LORD shall all the seed of Israel be justified, and shall glory.Psalms 46:1God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.Psalms 18:46The LORD liveth; and blessed be my rock; and let the God of my salvation be exalted.Psalms 4:2O ye sons of men, how long will ye turn my glory into shame? how long will ye love vanity, and seek after leasing? Selah.
Historical Context
David's repeated returns to this affirmation (vv. 2, 6-7) demonstrates that faith requires constant renewal. Circumstances fluctuate but God's character remains the constant refrain believers must rehearse.
Questions for Reflection
- How does repetition function in strengthening faith?
- What does it mean practically to make God your refuge in specific current circumstances?
Analysis & Commentary
The refrain 'In God is my salvation and my glory' grounds identity in divine action, not accomplishment. 'Rock of my strength' repeats the foundation metaphor while 'refuge' adds the dimension of shelter. This dual imagery—foundation and covering—depicts God's comprehensive protection. Taking refuge in God is both theological conviction and practical response to threat.