King James Version:
(The Lord speaking is red text)
For in the time of trouble he shall hide me in his pavilion: in the secret of his tabernacle shall he hide me; he shall set me up upon a rock.
Complete Jewish Bible:
For he will conceal me in his shelter on the day of trouble, he will hide me in the folds of his tent, he will set me high on a rock.
Berean Standard Bible:
For in the day of trouble He will hide me in His shelter; He will conceal me under the cover of His tent; He will set me high upon a rock.
American Standard Version:
For in the day of trouble he will keep me secretly in his pavilion: In the covert of his tabernacle will he hide me; He will lift me up upon a rock.
KJV with Strong’s Numbers:
For in the time{H3117} of trouble{H7451} he shall hide{H6845} me in his pavilion{H5520}: in the secret{H5643} of his tabernacle{H168} shall he hide{H5641} me; he shall set me up{H7311} upon a rock{H6697}.
Cross-References (KJV):
Proverbs 18:10
- ¶ The name of the LORD [is] a strong tower: the righteous runneth into it, and is safe.
Psalms 31:20
- Thou shalt hide them in the secret of thy presence from the pride of man: thou shalt keep them secretly in a pavilion from the strife of tongues.
Psalms 138:7
- Though I walk in the midst of trouble, thou wilt revive me: thou shalt stretch forth thine hand against the wrath of mine enemies, and thy right hand shall save me.
Psalms 91:1
- ¶ He that dwelleth in the secret place of the most High shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty.
Psalms 119:114
- ¶ Thou [art] my hiding place and my shield: I hope in thy word.
Psalms 40:2
- He brought me up also out of an horrible pit, out of the miry clay, and set my feet upon a rock, [and] established my goings.
Psalms 50:15
- And call upon me in the day of trouble: I will deliver thee, and thou shalt glorify me.
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Commentary for Psalms 27:5
Psalm 27:5, attributed to David, reflects the theme of trust in God amidst adversity, a common motif in the Psalms. The verse speaks to the belief that during times of distress, God provides shelter and protection, likened to a pavilion or tabernacle, which were sanctuaries for refuge and worship in ancient Israelite society. The imagery of being hidden in the "secret" of God's tabernacle suggests a place of intimate safety, where one is not only protected but also in close communion with the divine.
The reference to being set upon a rock alludes to the stability and security that God's protection offers, evoking the image of a fortress or stronghold that withstands the turbulence of life's challenges. Historically, this verse would resonate with the experiences of the Israelites, who faced frequent threats and upheavals. For David, this could reflect his own experiences of seeking refuge from King Saul or from his enemies.
In a broader historical context, the verse would have been sung or recited in temple liturgies, offering worshippers assurance of God's protective presence in their individual and communal lives. The themes of divine protection, refuge, and elevation above danger continue to inspire believers across various Christian and Jewish traditions, emphasizing the enduring nature of faith in God as a source of strength and safety in troubled times.
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Strong's Numbers and Definitions:
Note: H = Hebrew (OT), G = Greek (NT)
- Strong's Number: H3117
There are 1931 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: יוֹם
Transliteration: yôwm
Pronunciation: yome
Description: from an unused root meaning to be hot; a day (as the warm hours), whether literal (from sunrise to sunset, or from one sunset to the next), or figurative (a space of time defined by an associated term), (often used adverb); age, [phrase] always, [phrase] chronicals, continually(-ance), daily, ((birth-), each, to) day, (now a, two) days (agone), [phrase] elder, [idiom] end, [phrase] evening, [phrase] (for) ever(-lasting, -more), [idiom] full, life, as (so) long as (... live), (even) now, [phrase] old, [phrase] outlived, [phrase] perpetually, presently, [phrase] remaineth, [idiom] required, season, [idiom] since, space, then, (process of) time, [phrase] as at other times, [phrase] in trouble, weather, (as) when, (a, the, within a) while (that), [idiom] whole ([phrase] age), (full) year(-ly), [phrase] younger. - Strong's Number: H7451
There are 623 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: רַע
Transliteration: raʻ
Pronunciation: rah
Description: from רָעַע; bad or (as noun) evil (natural or moral); adversity, affliction, bad, calamity, [phrase] displease(-ure), distress, evil((-favouredness), man, thing), [phrase] exceedingly, [idiom] great, grief(-vous), harm, heavy, hurt(-ful), ill (favoured), [phrase] mark, mischief(-vous), misery, naught(-ty), noisome, [phrase] not please, sad(-ly), sore, sorrow, trouble, vex, wicked(-ly, -ness, one), worse(-st), wretchedness, wrong. (Incl. feminine raaah; as adjective or noun.). - Strong's Number: H6845
There are 30 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: צָפַן
Transliteration: tsâphan
Pronunciation: tsaw-fan'
Description: a primitive root; to hide (by covering over); by implication, to hoard or reserve; figuratively to deny; specifically (favorably) to protect, (unfavorably) to lurk; esteem, hide(-den one, self), lay up, lurk (be set) privily, (keep) secret(-ly, place). - Strong's Number: H5520
There are 4 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: סֹךְ
Transliteration: çôk
Pronunciation: soke
Description: from סָכַךְ; a hut (as of entwined boughs); also a lair; covert, den, pavilion, tabernacle. - Strong's Number: H5643
There are 36 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: סֵתֶר
Transliteration: çêther
Pronunciation: say'-ther
Description: or (feminine) סִתְרָה; (Deuteronomy [32:38), from סָתַר; a cover (in a good or a bad, a literal or a figurative sense); backbiting, covering, covert, [idiom] disguise(-th), hiding place, privily, protection, secret(-ly, place). - Strong's Number: H168
There are 369 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: אֹהֶל
Transliteration: ʼôhel
Pronunciation: o'-hel
Description: from אָהַל; a tent (as clearly conspicuous from a distance); covering, (dwelling) (place), home, tabernacle, tent. - Strong's Number: H5641
There are 80 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: סָתַר
Transliteration: çâthar
Pronunciation: saw-thar'
Description: a primitive root; to hide (by covering), literally or figuratively; be absent, keep close, conceal, hide (self), (keep) secret, [idiom] surely. - Strong's Number: H7311
There are 185 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: רוּם
Transliteration: rûwm
Pronunciation: room
Description: a primitive root; to be high actively, to rise or raise (in various applications, literally or figuratively); bring up, exalt (self), extol, give, go up, haughty, heave (up), (be, lift up on, make on, set up on, too) high(-er, one), hold up, levy, lift(-er) up, (be) lofty, ([idiom] a-) loud, mount up, offer (up), [phrase] presumptuously, (be) promote(-ion), proud, set up, tall(-er), take (away, off, up), breed worms. - Strong's Number: H6697
There are 74 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: צוּר
Transliteration: tsûwr
Pronunciation: tsoor
Description: or צֻר; from צוּר; properly, a cliff (or sharp rock, as compressed); generally, a rock or boulder; figuratively, a refuge; also an edge (as precipitous); edge, [idiom] (mighty) God (one), rock, [idiom] sharp, stone, [idiom] strength, [idiom] strong. See also בֵּית צוּר.