2 Samuel 22:47

The LORD liveth; and blessed [be] my rock; and exalted be the God of the rock of my salvation.

The LORD {H3068} liveth {H2416}; and blessed {H1288} be my rock {H6697}; and exalted {H7311} be the God {H430} of the rock {H6697} of my salvation {H3468}.

"ADONAI is alive! Blessed is my Rock! Exalted be God, the Rock of my salvation,

The LORD lives, and blessed be my Rock! And may God, the Rock of my salvation, be exalted—

Jehovah liveth; And blessed be my rock; And exalted be God, the rock of my salvation,

Commentary

Context

This powerful verse is taken from a psalm of thanksgiving and deliverance recorded in 2 Samuel chapter 22. It is nearly identical to Psalm 18. King David composed this song after the LORD had delivered him from all his enemies, especially from the hand of King Saul. It reflects a lifetime of warfare, persecution, and miraculous escapes, culminating in a profound declaration of God's faithfulness and power as David's ultimate rescuer and protector.

Key Themes

  • God's Living Reality: The declaration "The LORD liveth" is a vibrant affirmation of God's active presence and enduring nature. It contrasts with dead idols or abstract philosophical concepts, emphasizing that the God of Israel is a dynamic, life-giving, and responsive deity who intervenes in human affairs.
  • God as a Rock and Refuge: The phrase "my rock" and "God of the rock of my salvation" is a central metaphor. In a land of rugged terrain, a rock or fortress provided literal safety and an impregnable stronghold. Spiritually, it signifies God's unwavering strength, steadfastness, and reliability as a source of security, stability, and protection against all adversaries.
  • Praise and Exaltation: The verse is a pure expression of worship and adoration. David blesses God and exalts Him, acknowledging that all deliverance and salvation originate from Him alone. It is a call to recognize God's supreme authority and power.
  • Divine Salvation: "The God of the rock of my salvation" points to God as the ultimate source of David's deliverance, both from physical dangers and, by extension, spiritual redemption. This theme resonates throughout the Bible, culminating in God's ultimate plan for salvation through Jesus Christ.

Linguistic Insights

The Hebrew word for "LORD" here is YHWH (Yahweh), God's personal, covenant name, emphasizing His self-existent and eternal nature. The term "rock" is tsur, a powerful metaphor used frequently in the Old Testament to describe God's strength, steadfastness, and reliability as a refuge. It vividly portrays God as an unmovable foundation and a secure dwelling place.

Practical Application

David's song offers timeless truths for believers today:

  • Acknowledge God's Active Presence: We are called to recognize that God is alive and actively involved in our lives, not a distant observer. This perspective can transform our approach to challenges, knowing He is working on our behalf.
  • Find Refuge in God: In times of trouble, anxiety, or spiritual attack, we can find our ultimate stability and security in God. He is our unchanging Rock, a faithful refuge in every storm.
  • Cultivate a Heart of Praise: This verse encourages a lifestyle of worship and thanksgiving. Just as David blessed God for his deliverances, we too should continually exalt God for His faithfulness and salvation in our lives.
  • Trust in His Salvation: David's physical salvation points to the greater spiritual salvation offered through God. We can trust that the same God who delivered David will also deliver us from sin and death, offering eternal life and true freedom through faith in Jesus Christ.
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Cross-References

  • Psalms 89:26 (8 votes)

    He shall cry unto me, Thou [art] my father, my God, and the rock of my salvation.

  • 2 Samuel 22:3 (4 votes)

    The God of my rock; in him will I trust: [he is] my shield, and the horn of my salvation, my high tower, and my refuge, my saviour; thou savest me from violence.

  • Job 19:25 (3 votes)

    For I know [that] my redeemer liveth, and [that] he shall stand at the latter [day] upon the earth:

  • Deuteronomy 32:39 (2 votes)

    ¶ See now that I, [even] I, [am] he, and [there is] no god with me: I kill, and I make alive; I wound, and I heal: neither [is there any] that can deliver out of my hand.

  • Deuteronomy 32:40 (2 votes)

    For I lift up my hand to heaven, and say, I live for ever.

  • Luke 1:47 (2 votes)

    And my spirit hath rejoiced in God my Saviour.