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He is my stronghold, my refuge and my savior— from violent people you save me. <a href="/nlt/2_samuel/22.htm">New Living Translation</a> my God is my rock, in whom I find protection. He is my shield, the power that saves me, and my place of safety. He is my refuge, my savior, the one who saves me from violence. <a href="/esv/2_samuel/22.htm">English Standard Version</a> my God, my rock, in whom I take refuge, my shield, and the horn of my salvation, my stronghold and my refuge, my savior; you save me from violence. <a href="/bsb/2_samuel/22.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a> My God is my rock, in whom I take refuge, my shield, and the horn of my salvation. My stronghold, my refuge, and my Savior, You save me from violence. <a href="/kjv/2_samuel/22.htm">King James Bible</a> 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. <a href="/nkjv/2_samuel/22.htm">New King James Version</a> The God of my strength, in whom I will trust; My shield and the horn of my salvation, My stronghold and my refuge; My Savior, You save me from violence. <a href="/nasb_/2_samuel/22.htm">New American Standard Bible</a> My God, my rock, in whom I take refuge, My shield and the horn of my salvation, my stronghold and my refuge; My savior, You save me from violence. <a href="/nasb/2_samuel/22.htm">NASB 1995</a> My God, my rock, in whom I take refuge, My shield and the horn of my salvation, my stronghold and my refuge; My savior, You save me from violence. <a href="/nasb77/2_samuel/22.htm">NASB 1977 </a> My God, my rock, in whom I take refuge; My shield and the horn of my salvation, my stronghold and my refuge; My savior, Thou dost save me from violence. <a href="/lsb/2_samuel/22.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a> My God, my rock, in whom I take refuge, My shield and the horn of my salvation, my stronghold and my refuge; My savior, You save me from violence. <a href="/amp/2_samuel/22.htm">Amplified Bible</a> My God, my rock, in whom I take refuge; My shield and the horn of my salvation, my stronghold and my refuge, My Savior—You save me from violence. <a href="/csb/2_samuel/22.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a> my God, my rock where I seek refuge. My shield, the horn of my salvation, my stronghold, my refuge, and my Savior, you save me from violence. <a href="/hcsb/2_samuel/22.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a> my God, my mountain where I seek refuge. My shield, the horn of my salvation, my stronghold, my refuge, and my Savior, You save me from violence. <a href="/asv/2_samuel/22.htm">American Standard Version</a> God, my rock, in him will I take refuge; My shield, and the horn of my salvation, my high tower, and my refuge; My saviour, thou savest me from violence. <a href="/cev/2_samuel/22.htm">Contemporary English Version</a> You are the rock where I am safe. You are my shield, my powerful weapon, and my place of shelter. You rescue me and keep me safe from violence. <a href="/erv/2_samuel/22.htm">English Revised Version</a> The God of my rock, in him will I trust; my shield and the horn of my salvation, my high tower, and my refuge; my saviour, thou savest me from violence. <a href="/gwt/2_samuel/22.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a> my God, my rock in whom I take refuge, my shield, the strength of my salvation, my stronghold, my refuge, and my Savior who saved me from violence. <a href="/gnt/2_samuel/22.htm">Good News Translation</a> My God is my protection, and with him I am safe. He protects me like a shield; he defends me and keeps me safe. He is my savior; he protects me and saves me from violence. <a href="/isv/2_samuel/22.htm">International Standard Version</a> He is my God, my strong stone— in him I will find my refuge— my shield, the strength of my salvation, my high tower, my way of escape, and the one who is saving me. You will save me from violence. <a href="/msb/2_samuel/22.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a> My God is my rock, in whom I take refuge, my shield, and the horn of my salvation. My stronghold, my refuge, and my Savior, You save me from violence. <a href="/net/2_samuel/22.htm">NET Bible</a> My God is my rocky summit where I take shelter, my shield, the horn that saves me, my stronghold, my refuge, my savior. You save me from violence! <a href="/nheb/2_samuel/22.htm">New Heart English Bible</a> My God, my Rock, in him I will take refuge, my shield, and the horn of my salvation, my high tower, and my refuge, my savior; from violent people he saves me. <a href="/wbt/2_samuel/22.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a> 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 preserver; thou savest me from violence. <a href="/web/2_samuel/22.htm">World English Bible</a> God is my rock in whom I take refuge; my shield, and the horn of my salvation, my high tower, and my refuge. My savior, you save me from violence. <div class="vheading2">Literal Translations</div><a href="/lsv/2_samuel/22.htm">Literal Standard Version</a> My God [is] my rock—I take refuge in Him; My shield, and the horn of my salvation, "" My high tower, and my refuge! My Savior, You save me from violence! <a href="/ylt/2_samuel/22.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a> My God is my rock -- I take refuge in Him; My shield, and the horn of my salvation, My high tower, and my refuge! My Saviour, from violence Thou savest me! <a href="/slt/2_samuel/22.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a> The God of my rock; I will trust in him: My shield and the horn of my salvation, my height and my refuge; My saviour; thou wilt save me from violence.<div class="vheading2">Catholic Translations</div><a href="/drb/2_samuel/22.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a> God is my strong one, in him will I trust: my shield, and the horn of my salvation: he lifteth me up, and is my refuge: my saviour, thou wilt deliver me from iniquity. <a href="/cpdv/2_samuel/22.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a> I will hope in him. God is my strong one, my shield, and the horn of my salvation. He lifts me up, and he is my refreshment. You, O my Savior, will free me from iniquity. <a href="/nabre/2_samuel/22.htm">New American Bible</a> my God, my rock of refuge! My shield, my saving horn, my stronghold, my refuge, my savior, from violence you keep me safe. <a href="/nrsvce/2_samuel/22.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a> my God, my rock, in whom I take refuge, my shield and the horn of my salvation, my stronghold and my refuge, my savior; you save me from violence.<div class="vheading2">Translations from Aramaic</div><a href="/lamsa/2_samuel/22.htm">Lamsa Bible</a> The mighty God in whom I trust; he is my succor and the horn of my salvation, my refuge who delivered me from the wicked men, my glorious Saviour. <a href="/hpbt/2_samuel/22.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a> God The Mighty One in whom I hope, my helper and the trumpet of my salvation, and the house of my refuge and my Deliverer from the evil ones, and my glorious Savior!<div class="vheading2">OT Translations</div><a href="/jps/2_samuel/22.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a> The God who is my rock, in Him I take refuge; My shield, and my horn of salvation, my high tower, and my refuge; My saviour, Thou savest me from violence. <a href="/sep/2_samuel/22.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a> my God; he shall be to me my guard, I will trust in him: he is my protector, and the horn of my salvation, my helper, and my sure refuge; thou shalt save me from the unjust man. <a href="/parallel/2_samuel/22-3.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv">Audio Bible</div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/_0ajZHUzMKw?start=6694" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe> <div class="vheadingv">Context</div><a href="/bsb/2_samuel/22.htm">David's Song of Deliverance</a> …2He said: “The LORD is my rock, my fortress, and my deliverer. 3<a href="/hebrew/430.htm" title="430: ’ĕ·lō·hê (N-mpc) -- Plural of 'elowahh; gods in the ordinary sense; but specifically used of the supreme God">My God is</a> <a href="/hebrew/6697.htm" title="6697: ṣū·rî (N-msc:: 1cs) -- Rock, cliff. Or tsur; from tsuwr; properly, a cliff; generally, a rock or boulder; figuratively, a refuge; also an edge.">my rock,</a> <a href="/hebrew/2620.htm" title="2620: ’e·ḥĕ·seh- (V-Qal-Imperf-1cs) -- To seek refuge. A primitive root; to flee for protection; figuratively, to confide in.">in whom I take refuge,</a> <a href="/hebrew/bōw (Prep:: 3ms) -- "></a> <a href="/hebrew/4043.htm" title="4043: mā·ḡin·nî (N-csc:: 1cs) -- A shield. Also feminine mginnah; from ganan; a shield; figuratively, a protector; also the scaly hide of the crocodile.">my shield,</a> <a href="/hebrew/7161.htm" title="7161: wə·qe·ren (Conj-w:: N-fsc) -- From qaran; a horn; by implication, a flask, cornet; by resembl. An elephant's tooth, a corner, a peak, a ray; figuratively, power.">and the horn</a> <a href="/hebrew/3468.htm" title="3468: yiš·‘î (N-msc:: 1cs) -- Deliverance, rescue, salvation, safety, welfare. Or yeshai; from yasha'; liberty, deliverance, prosperity.">of my salvation.</a> <a href="/hebrew/4869.htm" title="4869: miś·gab·bî (N-msc:: 1cs) -- A secure height, retreat, stronghold. From sagab; properly, a cliff; abstractly, altitude; figuratively, a refuge.">My stronghold,</a> <a href="/hebrew/4498.htm" title="4498: ū·mə·nū·sî (Conj-w:: N-msc:: 1cs) -- Flight, place of escape or refuge. From nuwc; a retreat; abstractly, a fleeing.">my refuge,</a> <a href="/hebrew/3467.htm" title="3467: mō·ši·‘î (V-Hifil-Prtcpl-msc:: 1cs) -- To deliver. A primitive root; properly, to be open, wide or free, i.e. to be safe; causatively, to free or succor.">and my Savior,</a> <a href="/hebrew/3467.htm" title="3467: tō·ši·‘ê·nî (V-Hifil-Imperf-2ms:: 1cs) -- To deliver. A primitive root; properly, to be open, wide or free, i.e. to be safe; causatively, to free or succor.">You save me</a> <a href="/hebrew/2555.htm" title="2555: mê·ḥā·mās (Prep-m:: N-ms) -- Violence, wrong. From chamac; violence; by implication, wrong; by meton. Unjust gain.">from violence.</a> 4I will call upon the LORD, who is worthy to be praised; so shall I be saved from my enemies.…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div> <a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><a href="/psalms/18-2.htm">Psalm 18:2</a> The LORD is my rock, my fortress, and my deliverer. My God is my rock, in whom I take refuge, my shield, and the horn of my salvation, my stronghold. <a href="/psalms/91-2.htm">Psalm 91:2</a> I will say to the LORD, “You are my refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust.” <a href="/psalms/144-2.htm">Psalm 144:2</a> He is my steadfast love and my fortress, my stronghold and my deliverer. He is my shield, in whom I take refuge, who subdues peoples under me. <a href="/isaiah/12-2.htm">Isaiah 12:2</a> Surely God is my salvation; I will trust and not be afraid. For the LORD GOD is my strength and my song, and He also has become my salvation.” <a href="/psalms/46-1.htm">Psalm 46:1</a> For the choirmaster. Of the sons of Korah. According to Alamoth. A song. God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in times of trouble. <a href="/psalms/62-7.htm">Psalm 62:7</a> My salvation and my honor rest on God, my strong rock; my refuge is in God. <a href="/psalms/94-22.htm">Psalm 94:22</a> But the LORD has been my stronghold, and my God is my rock of refuge. <a href="/deuteronomy/32-4.htm">Deuteronomy 32:4</a> He is the Rock, His work is perfect; all His ways are just. A God of faithfulness without injustice, righteous and upright is He. <a href="/psalms/27-1.htm">Psalm 27:1</a> Of David. The LORD is my light and my salvation—whom shall I fear? The LORD is the stronghold of my life—whom shall I dread? <a href="/psalms/28-8.htm">Psalm 28:8</a> The LORD is the strength of His people, a stronghold of salvation for His anointed. <a href="/psalms/59-16.htm">Psalm 59:16</a> But I will sing of Your strength and proclaim Your loving devotion in the morning. For You are my fortress, my refuge in times of trouble. <a href="/psalms/61-3.htm">Psalm 61:3</a> For You have been my refuge, a tower of strength against the enemy. <a href="/psalms/71-3.htm">Psalm 71:3</a> Be my rock of refuge, where I can always go. Give the command to save me, for You are my rock and my fortress. <a href="/isaiah/26-4.htm">Isaiah 26:4</a> Trust in the LORD forever, because GOD the LORD is the Rock eternal. <a href="/proverbs/18-10.htm">Proverbs 18:10</a> The name of the LORD is a strong tower; the righteous run to it and are safe.</div> <a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div>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 savior; you save me from violence.in him<a href="/hebrews/2-13.htm">Hebrews 2:13</a> And again, I will put my trust in him. And again, Behold I and the children which God hath given me.shield<a href="/genesis/15-1.htm">Genesis 15:1</a> After these things the word of the LORD came unto Abram in a vision, saying, Fear not, Abram: I am thy shield, and thy exceeding great reward.<a href="/deuteronomy/33-29.htm">Deuteronomy 33:29</a> Happy art thou, O Israel: who is like unto thee, O people saved by the LORD, the shield of thy help, and who is the sword of thy excellency! and thine enemies shall be found liars unto thee; and thou shalt tread upon their high places.<a href="/psalms/3-3.htm">Psalm 3:3</a> But thou, O LORD, art a shield for me; my glory, and the lifter up of mine head.the horn<a href="/1_samuel/2-1.htm">1 Samuel 2:1</a> And Hannah prayed, and said, My heart rejoiceth in the LORD, mine horn is exalted in the LORD: my mouth is enlarged over mine enemies; because I rejoice in thy salvation.<a href="/luke/1-69.htm">Luke 1:69</a> And hath raised up an horn of salvation for us in the house of his servant David;my high<a href="/2_samuel/22-51.htm">2 Samuel 22:51</a> He is the tower of salvation for his king: and sheweth mercy to his anointed, unto David, and to his seed for evermore.<a href="/psalms/61-3.htm">Psalm 61:3</a> For thou hast been a shelter for me, and a strong tower from the enemy.<a href="/psalms/144-2.htm">Psalm 144:2</a> My goodness, and my fortress; my high tower, and my deliverer; my shield, and he in whom I trust; who subdueth my people under me.my refuge<a href="/psalms/9-9.htm">Psalm 9:9</a> The LORD also will be a refuge for the oppressed, a refuge in times of trouble.<a href="/psalms/14-6.htm">Psalm 14:6</a> Ye have shamed the counsel of the poor, because the LORD is his refuge.<a href="/psalms/18-2.htm">Psalm 18:2</a> The LORD is my rock, and my fortress, and my deliverer; my God, my strength, in whom I will trust; my buckler, and the horn of my salvation, and my high tower.<a href="/isaiah/32-2.htm">Isaiah 32:2</a> And a man shall be as an hiding place from the wind, and a covert from the tempest; as rivers of water in a dry place, as the shadow of a great rock in a weary land.<a href="/jeremiah/16-9.htm">Jeremiah 16:9</a> For thus saith the LORD of hosts, the God of Israel; Behold, I will cause to cease out of this place in your eyes, and in your days, the voice of mirth, and the voice of gladness, the voice of the bridegroom, and the voice of the bride.my saviour<div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/leviticus/8-8.htm">Breastplate</a> <a href="/2_samuel/20-18.htm">Faith</a> <a href="/2_samuel/13-28.htm">High</a> <a href="/2_samuel/20-1.htm">Horn</a> <a href="/1_samuel/2-9.htm">Keeps</a> <a href="/1_timothy/4-10.htm">Preserver</a> <a href="/ruth/2-12.htm">Refuge</a> <a href="/2_samuel/22-2.htm">Rock</a> <a href="/2_samuel/18-32.htm">Safe</a> <a href="/2_samuel/19-2.htm">Salvation</a> <a href="/2_samuel/17-3.htm">Save</a> <a href="/micah/6-14.htm">Savest</a> <a href="/judges/3-15.htm">Savior</a> <a href="/2_samuel/22-2.htm">Saviour</a> <a href="/2_samuel/1-21.htm">Shield</a> <a href="/2_samuel/5-17.htm">Stronghold</a> <a href="/2_samuel/5-9.htm">Tower</a> <a href="/ruth/2-12.htm">Trust</a> <a href="/judges/9-24.htm">Violence</a> <a href="/2_samuel/11-15.htm">Violent</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/2_samuel/22-36.htm">Breastplate</a> <a href="/2_samuel/22-31.htm">Faith</a> <a href="/2_samuel/22-14.htm">High</a> <a href="/1_kings/1-34.htm">Horn</a> <a href="/2_kings/6-31.htm">Keeps</a> <a href="/job/7-20.htm">Preserver</a> <a href="/2_samuel/22-31.htm">Refuge</a> <a href="/2_samuel/22-32.htm">Rock</a> <a href="/2_samuel/22-4.htm">Safe</a> <a href="/2_samuel/22-36.htm">Salvation</a> <a href="/2_samuel/22-28.htm">Save</a> <a href="/job/26-2.htm">Savest</a> <a href="/2_samuel/22-47.htm">Savior</a> <a href="/2_samuel/22-20.htm">Saviour</a> <a href="/2_samuel/22-31.htm">Shield</a> <a href="/2_samuel/23-14.htm">Stronghold</a> <a href="/2_samuel/22-51.htm">Tower</a> <a href="/2_samuel/22-31.htm">Trust</a> <a href="/2_samuel/22-49.htm">Violence</a> <a href="/2_samuel/22-8.htm">Violent</a><div class="vheading2">2 Samuel 22</div>1. <a href="/2_samuel/22-1.htm">David's psalm of thanksgiving for God's deliverance and blessings</a> </div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; 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David often referred to God as his rock, indicating a foundation that cannot be moved (<a href="/psalms/18-2.htm">Psalm 18:2</a>). This imagery is consistent with the biblical portrayal of God as a steadfast protector. The rock also prefigures Christ, who is called the cornerstone (<a href="/ephesians/2-20.htm">Ephesians 2:20</a>).in whom I take refuge Taking refuge implies seeking safety and protection. In biblical times, cities of refuge provided sanctuary for those in danger (<a href="/numbers/35-11.htm">Numbers 35:11</a>). Spiritually, God is the ultimate refuge for believers, offering protection from spiritual and physical harm (<a href="/psalms/46.htm">Psalm 46:1</a>).my shield A shield was a crucial part of ancient armor, providing defense against attacks. God as a shield suggests divine protection and defense against the adversary's assaults (<a href="/ephesians/6-16.htm">Ephesians 6:16</a>). This metaphor is used throughout the Psalms to describe God's protective nature (<a href="/psalms/3-3.htm">Psalm 3:3</a>).and the horn of my salvation The horn symbolizes strength and power in biblical literature (<a href="/1_samuel/2-10.htm">1 Samuel 2:10</a>). It represents the might of God in delivering and saving His people. The horn of salvation is also a messianic reference, pointing to Jesus Christ as the powerful Savior (<a href="/luke/1-69.htm">Luke 1:69</a>).My stronghold A stronghold is a fortified place, offering security against enemies. In the context of David's life, strongholds were literal places of refuge during his battles. Spiritually, God is the ultimate stronghold, providing safety and security (<a href="/psalms/9-9.htm">Psalm 9:9</a>).my refuge Reiterating the concept of God as a place of safety, this emphasizes the personal relationship and trust David has in God. It reflects the idea of God being a sanctuary in times of trouble (<a href="/psalms/91-2.htm">Psalm 91:2</a>).and my Savior The term "Savior" denotes one who delivers from danger or sin. In the Old Testament, God is frequently referred to as the Savior of Israel (<a href="/isaiah/43-11.htm">Isaiah 43:11</a>). This title is ultimately fulfilled in Jesus Christ, who provides salvation from sin (<a href="/titus/2-13.htm">Titus 2:13</a>).You save me from violence David experienced much violence throughout his life, from Saul's pursuit to battles with surrounding nations. This phrase acknowledges God's intervention and deliverance from physical harm. It also speaks to God's ability to save from spiritual violence and oppression, a theme echoed in the New Testament (<a href="/2_thessalonians/3-3.htm">2 Thessalonians 3:3</a>).<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <a href="/topical/d/david.htm">David</a> The author of this song of praise, David is expressing his gratitude and trust in God for delivering him from his enemies and from the hand of Saul. 2. <a href="/topical/g/god.htm">God</a> Referred to as a rock, shield, horn of salvation, stronghold, refuge, and Savior, highlighting His protective and saving nature. 3. <a href="/topical/e/enemies.htm">Enemies</a> Though not named in this specific verse, the context involves David's deliverance from his enemies, including King Saul. 4. <a href="/topical/i/israel.htm">Israel</a> The nation over which David was king, often facing threats from surrounding nations and internal strife. 5. <a href="/topical/s/saul.htm">Saul</a> The first king of Israel, from whom David was delivered, as mentioned in the broader context of <a href="/bsb/2_samuel/22.htm">2 Samuel 22</a>.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><a href="/topical/g/god_as_our_refuge.htm">God as Our Refuge</a> Just as David found safety and security in God, we too can find refuge in Him during times of trouble. Trusting in God as our rock means relying on His unchanging nature and strength. <a href="/topical/t/the_shield_of_faith.htm">The Shield of Faith</a> God is described as a shield, protecting us from spiritual and physical harm. We are called to take up the shield of faith, trusting in God's promises and His ability to protect us. <a href="/topical/s/salvation_and_deliverance.htm">Salvation and Deliverance</a> The "horn of my salvation" signifies strength and victory. Our ultimate salvation and deliverance come through Jesus Christ, who saves us from sin and eternal separation from God. <a href="/topical/g/god's_faithfulness_in_trials.htm">God's Faithfulness in Trials</a> David's life was filled with challenges, yet he consistently saw God's faithfulness. We are encouraged to remember God's past faithfulness as we face our own trials. <a href="/topical/v/violence_and_peace.htm">Violence and Peace</a> God saves David from violence, reminding us that God desires peace and justice. We are called to be peacemakers and to trust God to deliver us from situations of violence and conflict.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_2_samuel_22.htm">Top 10 Lessons from 2 Samuel 22</a> <a href="/q/literal_vs._metaphorical_in_2_samuel_22.htm">(2 Samuel 22) How can we tell which elements of this praise song are meant literally versus those intended as metaphorical or hyperbolic language?</a> <a href="/q/what's_the_rock_of_salvation's_meaning.htm">What is the significance of the Rock of Salvation?</a> <a href="/q/why_trust_ps_61_3-4's_'refuge'_without_proof.htm">What evidence supports the psalmist’s confidence (Ps 61:3–4) in a physical “refuge” or “tower” when no solid archaeological proof exists? </a> <a href="/q/evidence_for_'tower_of_david'_in_song_4_4.htm">Is there archaeological evidence to support the mention of the 'tower of David' and its 'thousand shields' in Song of Solomon 4:4?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/2_samuel/22.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(3) The God of my rock.--In the psalm, "My God, my rock" (margin). The two expressions of the psalm are here united in one, and the recurrence of the similar expression in <a href="/2_samuel/22-47.htm" title="The LORD lives; and blessed be my rock; and exalted be the God of the rock of my salvation.">2Samuel 22:47</a> (but not in the psalm) indicates that this was intentional.And my refuge, my saviour; thou savest me from violence.--These words are omitted from the psalm, being compensated in part by the opening line there. <a href="/commentaries/2_samuel/22-3.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a> <a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Hebrew</div>My God [is] אֱלֹהֵ֥י (’ĕ·lō·hê) Noun - masculine plural construct <a href="/hebrew/strongs_430.htm">Strong's 430: </a> gods -- the supreme God, magistrates, a superlative my rock, צוּרִ֖י (ṣū·rî) Noun - masculine singular construct | first person common singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_6697.htm">Strong's 6697: </a> A cliff, a rock, boulder, a refuge, an edge in whom I take refuge, אֶחֱסֶה־ (’e·ḥĕ·seh-) Verb - Qal - Imperfect - first person common singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_2620.htm">Strong's 2620: </a> To flee for, protection, to confide in my shield, מָגִנִּ֞י (mā·ḡin·nî) Noun - common singular construct | first person common singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_4043.htm">Strong's 4043: </a> A shield, a protector, the scaly hide of the crocodile and the horn וְקֶ֣רֶן (wə·qe·ren) Conjunctive waw | Noun - feminine singular construct <a href="/hebrew/strongs_7161.htm">Strong's 7161: </a> A horn, a flask, cornet, an elephant's tooth, a corner, a peak, a ray, power of my salvation. יִשְׁעִ֗י (yiš·‘î) Noun - masculine singular construct | first person common singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_3468.htm">Strong's 3468: </a> Deliverance, rescue, salvation, safety, welfare My stronghold, מִשְׂגַּבִּי֙ (miś·gab·bî) Noun - masculine singular construct | first person common singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_4869.htm">Strong's 4869: </a> A secure height, retreat, stronghold my refuge, וּמְנוּסִ֔י (ū·mə·nū·sî) Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular construct | first person common singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_4498.htm">Strong's 4498: </a> Flight, place of escape or refuge and my Savior, מֹשִׁעִ֕י (mō·ši·‘î) Verb - Hifil - Participle - masculine singular construct | first person common singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_3467.htm">Strong's 3467: </a> To be open, wide, free, to be safe, to free, succor You save me תֹּשִׁעֵֽנִי׃ (tō·ši·‘ê·nî) Verb - Hifil - Imperfect - second person masculine singular | first person common singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_3467.htm">Strong's 3467: </a> To be open, wide, free, to be safe, to free, succor from violence. מֵחָמָ֖ס (mê·ḥā·mās) Preposition-m | Noun - masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_2555.htm">Strong's 2555: </a> Violence, wrong, by meton, unjust gain <div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/2_samuel/22-3.htm">2 Samuel 22:3 NIV</a> <a href="/nlt/2_samuel/22-3.htm">2 Samuel 22:3 NLT</a> <a href="/esv/2_samuel/22-3.htm">2 Samuel 22:3 ESV</a> <a href="/nasb/2_samuel/22-3.htm">2 Samuel 22:3 NASB</a> <a href="/kjv/2_samuel/22-3.htm">2 Samuel 22:3 KJV</a> <a href="//bibleapps.com/2_samuel/22-3.htm">2 Samuel 22:3 BibleApps.com</a> <a href="//bibliaparalela.com/2_samuel/22-3.htm">2 Samuel 22:3 Biblia Paralela</a> <a href="//holybible.com.cn/2_samuel/22-3.htm">2 Samuel 22:3 Chinese Bible</a> <a href="//saintebible.com/2_samuel/22-3.htm">2 Samuel 22:3 French Bible</a> <a href="/catholic/2_samuel/22-3.htm">2 Samuel 22:3 Catholic Bible</a> <a href="/2_samuel/22-3.htm">OT History: 2 Samuel 22:3 God my rock in him I will (2Sa iiSam 2 Sam ii sam) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/2_samuel/22-2.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="2 Samuel 22:2"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="2 Samuel 22:2" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/2_samuel/22-4.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="2 Samuel 22:4"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="2 Samuel 22:4" /></a></div><div id="botleft"><a href="#" onmouseover='botleft.src="/botleftgif.png"' onmouseout='botleft.src="/botleft.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botleft.png" name="botleft" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="botright"><a href="#" onmouseover='botright.src="/botrightgif.png"' onmouseout='botright.src="/botright.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botright.png" name="botright" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="bot"><iframe width="100%" height="1500" scrolling="no" src="/botmenubhnew2.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></div></td></tr></table></div></body></html>