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Psalms 57:1 Cross-References
Explore 20 cross-references for Psalms 57:1 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Psalms chapter 57 verse 1 to related passages throughout the Bible.
Be Merciful to Me, O God
“To the chief Musician, Altaschith, Michtam of David, when he fled from Saul in the cave. Be merciful unto me, O God, be merciful unto me: for my soul trusteth in thee: yea, in the shadow of thy wings will I make my refuge, until these calamities be overpast. Altaschith: or, Destroy not”
Psalms 57:1 (KJV)
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Commentary on Psalms 57:1
Be merciful unto me, O God, be merciful unto me: for my soul trusteth in thee: yea, in the shadow of thy wings will I make my refuge, until these calamities be overpast. This urgent opening cry reveals David's desperate circumstances while simultaneously expressing profound trust. The doubled plea "be merciful unto me" (chonneni, חָנֵּנִי) intensifies the appeal for divine grace and compassion. This is the Hebrew chanan, meaning to be gracious, show favor, have compassion—not a demand for what's deserved but a plea for unmerited favor.The superscription indicates David fled from Saul into a ca...
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Cross-References for Psalms 57:1
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“He shall cover thee with his feathers”
“God! The children of men take refuge under the shadow of your wings.”
“I will abide in thy tabernacle for ever: I will trust in the covert of thy wings. Selah.”
“you who save those who take refuge by your right hand from their enemies.”
“Because thou hast been my help”
“for you”
“my prayer is to you”
“He that dwelleth in the secret place of the most High shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty.”
“nor crying”
“brothers”