Psalms 18:10

And he rode upon a cherub, and did fly: yea, he did fly upon the wings of the wind.

And he rode {H7392} upon a cherub {H3742}, and did fly {H5774}: yea, he did fly {H1675} upon the wings {H3671} of the wind {H7307}.

He rode on a keruv; he flew, swooping down on the wings of the wind.

He mounted a cherub and flew; He soared on the wings of the wind.

And he rode upon a cherub, and did fly; Yea, he soared upon the wings of the wind.

Context

Psalm 18 is a powerful psalm of thanksgiving and deliverance, attributed to David, who sang it "in the day that the LORD delivered him from the hand of all his enemies, and from the hand of Saul." This psalm is also recorded in 2 Samuel chapter 22. Verse 10, in particular, is part of a vivid poetic description of God's dramatic and awe-inspiring descent to rescue David from his distress. It paints a picture of divine intervention, where the Almighty swiftly and powerfully comes to the aid of His servant, demonstrating His absolute sovereignty over all creation.

Key Themes

  • Divine Intervention: The verse vividly portrays God's active and immediate involvement in human affairs, specifically in delivering David from his enemies. It emphasizes that God is not distant but personally engaged.
  • God's Omnipotence and Sovereignty: The imagery of riding on a cherub and flying on the wings of the wind underscores God's boundless power and His complete control over all elements and celestial beings. Nothing can hinder His will or speed.
  • Swiftness of God's Aid: The phrase "did fly" twice emphasizes the incredible speed and urgency with which God moves to answer prayers and provide deliverance. He is not slow to act on behalf of His people.

Linguistic Insights

The KJV phrase "he rode upon a cherub, and did fly: yea, he did fly upon the wings of the wind" uses highly poetic and anthropomorphic language to describe God's majestic movement.

  • "Cherub" (Hebrew: kĕrûḇ): These are celestial beings often associated with God's throne and presence, guarding His holiness, as seen in their role guarding the Garden of Eden. In prophetic visions (e.g., Ezekiel 1 and 10), they are depicted as having wings and being swift. Their presence signifies God's glory, power, and mobility.
  • "Wings of the wind": This is a powerful metaphor for extreme speed and effortless movement. It suggests that the very forces of nature are at God's command, serving as His vehicle. This phrase powerfully conveys God's swift and effortless movement, a concept echoed in Psalm 104:3 where clouds are His chariot and He walks on the wings of the wind.

Practical Application

This verse offers profound comfort and reassurance to believers today. When facing overwhelming challenges or enemies, we can remember that our God is not limited by time, space, or human constraints. He is mighty, swift, and able to intervene on our behalf. The imagery encourages us to trust in His sovereign power and His readiness to deliver. It reminds us that when we cry out to Him, He hears and acts with divine speed and strength, often in ways that transcend our understanding, bringing about salvation and deliverance from our deepest troubles. It's a reminder of God's active presence and His unwavering commitment to those who call upon Him.

Note: Commentary was generated by an advanced AI, utilizing a prompt that emphasized Biblical fidelity over bias. We've found these insights to be consistently reliable, yet we always encourage prayerful discernment through the Holy Spirit. The Scripture text and cross-references are from verified, non-AI sources.

  • Psalms 104:3

    Who layeth the beams of his chambers in the waters: who maketh the clouds his chariot: who walketh upon the wings of the wind:

  • Psalms 99:1

    ¶ The LORD reigneth; let the people tremble: he sitteth [between] the cherubims; let the earth be moved.

  • 2 Samuel 22:11

    And he rode upon a cherub, and did fly: and he was seen upon the wings of the wind.

  • 2 Samuel 22:12

    And he made darkness pavilions round about him, dark waters, [and] thick clouds of the skies.

  • Ezekiel 1:5

    Also out of the midst thereof [came] the likeness of four living creatures. And this [was] their appearance; they had the likeness of a man.

  • Ezekiel 1:14

    And the living creatures ran and returned as the appearance of a flash of lightning.

  • Ezekiel 10:20

    This [is] the living creature that I saw under the God of Israel by the river of Chebar; and I knew that they [were] the cherubims.

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