Psalms 119:114

Old Testament Poetry/Hymns ASV (1901)

What does Psalms 119:114 say?

The American Standard Version records this verse as: “Thou art my hiding-place and my shield: I hope in thy word.” Read the surrounding verses and the named sources below before drawing broader conclusions.

The verse

Thou art my hiding-place and my shield: I hope in thy word.
Psalms 119:114 — American Standard Version

Context — Psalms 119

American Standard Version (1901) — public domain. Click any verse for its study page.
114Thou art my hiding-place and my shield: I hope in thy word.

What do historical commentaries say?

John Gill's Exposition
John Gill (1697–1771) · Exposition of the Old and New Testament · 18th-century historical commentary
“Thou [art] my hiding place, etc.] From temporal calamities. The perfections of God are chambers of retreat and safety to his people, where they may hide themselves and be safe, till such calamities are over, (<232620>Isaiah 26:20 <195701>Psalm 57:1). And from spiritual evils; from avenging justice, from divine wrath, from the rage of Satan, and the fury of men, (<233202>Isaiah 32:2 25:4); and from eternal death, and being hurt by it; the spiritual and eternal life of saints being hid with Christ in God, (<510303>Colossians 3:3); (see <193207>Psalm 32:7); and my shield; to protect from all dangers, and preserve from every enemy: such are the love and grace, the power and strength, the truth…”
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Barnes' Notes
Albert Barnes (1798–1870) · Notes on the Whole Bible · 19th-century historical commentary
“Thou art my hiding place - See the notes at Psalms 32:7, where the same expression occurs. And my shield - See Psalms 5:12, note; Psalms 84:11, note. I hope in thy word - See Psalms 119:74, Psalms 119:81. return to 'Top of Page'”
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Treasury of Scriptural Knowledge
R. A. Torrey and contributors · The Treasury of Scripture Knowledge · Cross-reference reference work
“my hiding: Psa 32:7, Psa 91:1, Psa 91:2; Isa 32:2 my shield: Psa 3:3, Psa 84:11 I hope: Psa 119:81, Psa 130:5, Psa 130:6 Psalms 119:115”
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