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Psalms 3:1 Cross-References
Explore 6 cross-references for Psalms 3:1 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Psalms chapter 3 verse 1 to related passages throughout the Bible.
A Psalm of David, When He Fled from Absalom
“A Psalm of David, when he fled from Absalom his son. LORD, how are they increased that trouble me! many are they that rise up against me.”
Psalms 3:1 (KJV)
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Commentary on Psalms 3:1
Psalm 3's superscription attributes it to David's flight from Absalom (2 Samuel 15-18)—one of Scripture's most painful family betrayals. The opening lament 'LORD, how are they increased' expresses shock at multiplying enemies. The Hebrew rabbah (increased/multiplied) suggests exponential growth—trouble not diminishing but expanding. The parallel 'many are they that rise up' uses qum (rise, stand) depicting active, aggressive opposition.The repetition of 'many' emphasizes overwhelming odds—David faces not isolated opposition but coordinated rebellion. Historically, this refers to Absalom's succ...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Psalms 3:1
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“you who save those who take refuge by your right hand from their enemies.”
“from Dan even to Beersheba”
“and all the people”
“that Absalom prepared him a chariot and horses”
“May his blood be on us, and on our children!”