Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Psalms 17:8 Cross-References
Explore 12 cross-references for Psalms 17:8 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Psalms chapter 17 verse 8 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“Keep me as the apple of the eye , hide me under the shadow of thy wings,”
Psalms 17:8 (KJV)
Commentary on Psalms 17:8
Keep me as the apple of the eye, hide me under the shadow of thy wings. This verse contains two of Scripture's most tender and beloved images of divine protection. David asks not merely for God's general oversight but for the intense, intimate care one gives to what is most precious and vulnerable."The apple of the eye" (ishon bat-ayin, אִישׁוֹן בַּת־עָיִן) literally means "little man, daughter of the eye"—the pupil, which ancient observers noted reflected a tiny image of the person looking. The pupil is the eye's most sensitive, protected part. We instinctively guard it, blinking reflexively ...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Psalms 17:8
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“in the waste howling wilderness. He surrounded him. He cared for him. He kept him as the apple of his eye.”
“He shall cover thee with his feathers”
“He that dwelleth in the secret place of the most High shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty.”
“Keep my commandments”
“For thus saith the LORD of hosts; After the glory hath he sent me unto the nations which spoiled you: for he that toucheth you toucheth the apple of his eye.”
“I will abide in thy tabernacle for ever: I will trust in the covert of thy wings. Selah.”
“and a full reward be given you of Yahweh”
“God! The children of men take refuge under the shadow of your wings.”
“when he fled from Saul”