Psalms 27:5
Psalms 27:5 in Multiple Translations
For in the day of trouble He will hide me in His shelter; He will conceal me under the cover of His tent; He will set me high upon a rock.
For in the time of trouble he shall hide me in his pavilion: in the secret of his tabernacle shall he hide me; he shall set me up upon a rock.
For in the day of trouble he will keep me secretly in his pavilion: In the covert of his tabernacle will he hide me; He will lift me up upon a rock.
For in the time of trouble he will keep me safe in his tent: in the secret place of his tent he will keep me from men's eyes; high on a rock he will put me.
When troubles come he will protect me and keep me safe, hiding me in his house, as secure as if he'd placed me on a high rock.
For in the time of trouble hee shall hide mee in his Tabernacle: in the secrete place of his pauillion shall he hide me, and set me vp vpon a rocke.
For He hideth me in a tabernacle in the day of evil, He hideth me in a secret place of His tent, On a rock he raiseth me up.
For in the day of trouble, he will keep me secretly in his pavilion. In the secret place of his tabernacle, he will hide me. He will lift me up on a rock.
For in the time of trouble he will hide me in his pavilion: in the secret of his tabernacle will he hide me; he will set me up upon a rock.
Because they have not understood the works of the Lord, and the operations of his hands: thou shalt destroy them, and shalt not build them up.
He will protect me when I have troubles; he will keep me safe in his Sacred Tent. He will set me safely ◄on a high rock/in a secure place►.
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Psalms 27:5 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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כִּ֤י
יִצְפְּנֵ֨/נִי
בְּ/סֻכֹּ/ה֮
בְּ/י֪וֹם
רָ֫עָ֥ה
יַ֭סְתִּרֵ/נִי
בְּ/סֵ֣תֶר
אָהֳל֑/וֹ
בְּ֝/צ֗וּר
יְרוֹמְמֵֽ/נִי
כִּ֤י
kîy
H3588
for
Conj
יִצְפְּנֵ֨/נִי
tsâphan
H6845
to treasure
V-Qal-Imperf-3ms | Suff
בְּ/סֻכֹּ/ה֮
çôk
H5520
lair
Prep | N-ms | Suff
בְּ/י֪וֹם
yôwm
H3117
day
Prep | N-ms
רָ֫עָ֥ה
raʻ
H7451
bad
N-fs
יַ֭סְתִּרֵ/נִי
çâthar
H5641
to hide
V-Hiphil-Imperf-3ms | Suff
בְּ/סֵ֣תֶר
çêther
H5643
secrecy
Prep | N-ms
אָהֳל֑/וֹ
ʼôhel
H168
tent
N-ms | Suff
בְּ֝/צ֗וּר
tsûwr
H6697
rock
Prep | N-ms
יְרוֹמְמֵֽ/נִי
rûwm
H7311
to exalt
V-o-Imperf-3ms | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — Psalms 27:5
כִּ֤י
kîy
H3588
"for"
Conj
A conjunction used to show cause or connection, as in Genesis 2:23 where Adam says the woman is bone of his bone because she was taken out of him. It is often translated as 'for', 'because', or 'since'.
Definition: 1) that, for, because, when, as though, as, because that, but, then, certainly, except, surely, since 1a) that 1a1) yea, indeed 1b) when (of time) 1b1) when, if, though (with a concessive force) 1c) because, since (causal connection) 1d) but (after negative) 1e) that if, for if, indeed if, for though, but if 1f) but rather, but 1g) except that 1h) only, nevertheless 1i) surely 1j) that is 1k) but if 1l) for though 1m) forasmuch as, for therefore
Usage: Occurs in 3910 OT verses. KJV: and, + (forasmuch, inasmuch, where-) as, assured(-ly), + but, certainly, doubtless, + else, even, + except, for, how, (because, in, so, than) that, + nevertheless, now, rightly, seeing, since, surely, then, therefore, + (al-) though, + till, truly, + until, when, whether, while, whom, yea, yet. See also: Genesis 1:4; Genesis 26:16; Genesis 42:15.
יִצְפְּנֵ֨/נִי
tsâphan
H6845
"to treasure"
V-Qal-Imperf-3ms | Suff
To treasure means to hide or store something valuable, like the treasures stored in the temple in 1 Kings.
Definition: 1) to hide, treasure, treasure or store up 1a)(Qal) 1a1) to hide, treasure, treasure up 1a2) to lie hidden, lurk 1b) (Niphal) to be hidden, be stored up 1c) (Hiphil) to hide, hide from discovery
Usage: Occurs in 31 OT verses. KJV: esteem, hide(-den one, self), lay up, lurk (be set) privily, (keep) secret(-ly, place). See also: Exodus 2:2; Psalms 31:21; Psalms 10:8.
בְּ/סֻכֹּ/ה֮
çôk
H5520
"lair"
Prep | N-ms | Suff
This word refers to a small shelter or lair, often made of branches. It is used to describe a temporary or rude dwelling, as seen in the KJV translations. In the Bible, it is used to describe the homes of shepherds or travelers.
Definition: thicket, lair, covert, booth
Usage: Occurs in 4 OT verses. KJV: covert, den, pavilion, tabernacle. See also: Psalms 10:9; Psalms 76:3; Psalms 27:5.
בְּ/י֪וֹם
yôwm
H3117
"day"
Prep | N-ms
The Hebrew word 'yom' refers to a day, which can be a literal 24-hour period or a figurative space of time. It is used in the Bible to describe a wide range of time periods, from a single day to a year or a lifetime. The word 'yom' is used in many different contexts throughout the Bible.
Definition: : day/when/time/period 1) day, time, year 1a) day (as opposed to night) 1b) day (24 hour period) 1b1) as defined by evening and morning in Genesis 1 1b2) as a division of time 1b2a) a working day, a day's journey 1c) days, lifetime (pl.) 1d) time, period (general) 1e) year 1f) temporal references 1f1) today 1f2) yesterday 1f3) tomorrow
Usage: Occurs in 1930 OT verses. KJV: age, [phrase] always, [phrase] chronicals, continually(-ance), daily, ((birth-), each, to) day, (now a, two) days (agone), [phrase] elder, [idiom] end, [phrase] evening, [phrase] (for) ever(-lasting, -more), [idiom] full, life, as (so) long as (... live), (even) now, [phrase] old, [phrase] outlived, [phrase] perpetually, presently, [phrase] remaineth, [idiom] required, season, [idiom] since, space, then, (process of) time, [phrase] as at other times, [phrase] in trouble, weather, (as) when, (a, the, within a) while (that), [idiom] whole ([phrase] age), (full) year(-ly), [phrase] younger. See also: Genesis 1:5; Genesis 33:13; Exodus 23:15.
רָ֫עָ֥ה
raʻ
H7451
"bad"
N-fs
Ra means bad or evil, referring to moral or natural harm. It describes adversity, affliction, or distress, and is often used to convey a sense of misery or injury.
Definition: : harmful adj 1) bad, evil 1a) bad, disagreeable, malignant 1b) bad, unpleasant, evil (giving pain, unhappiness, misery) 1c) evil, displeasing 1d) bad (of its kind-land, water, etc) 1e) bad (of value) 1f) worse than, worst (comparison) 1g) sad, unhappy 1h) evil (hurtful) 1i) bad, unkind (vicious in disposition) 1j) bad, evil, wicked (ethically) 1j1) in general, of persons, of thoughts 1j2) deeds, actions
Usage: Occurs in 623 OT verses. KJV: adversity, affliction, bad, calamity, [phrase] displease(-ure), distress, evil((-favouredness), man, thing), [phrase] exceedingly, [idiom] great, grief(-vous), harm, heavy, hurt(-ful), ill (favoured), [phrase] mark, mischief(-vous), misery, naught(-ty), noisome, [phrase] not please, sad(-ly), sore, sorrow, trouble, vex, wicked(-ly, -ness, one), worse(-st), wretchedness, wrong. (Incl. feminine raaah; as adjective or noun.). See also: Genesis 2:9; Judges 9:57; 2 Kings 21:6.
יַ֭סְתִּרֵ/נִי
çâthar
H5641
"to hide"
V-Hiphil-Imperf-3ms | Suff
This word means to hide or conceal something, like covering it up. It can also mean to keep something secret or hidden from others, as in Psalm 27:5.
Definition: 1) to hide, conceal 1a) (Niphal) 1a1) to hide oneself 1a2) to be hidden, be concealed 1b) (Piel) to hide carefully 1c) (Pual) to be hidden carefully, be concealed 1d) (Hiphil) to conceal, hide 1e) (Hithpael) to hide oneself carefully Aramaic equivalent: se.tar (סְתַר "to hide" H5642A)
Usage: Occurs in 80 OT verses. KJV: be absent, keep close, conceal, hide (self), (keep) secret, [idiom] surely. See also: Genesis 4:14; Psalms 55:13; Psalms 10:11.
בְּ/סֵ֣תֶר
çêther
H5643
"secrecy"
Prep | N-ms
This word refers to a shelter or covering, like a place to hide. It can also mean protection, as in Psalm 18:11 where God is a shelter from danger.
Definition: 1) covering, shelter, hiding place, secrecy 1a) covering, cover 1b) hiding place, shelter, secret place 1c) secrecy 1c1) secrecy (of tongue being slanderous)
Usage: Occurs in 36 OT verses. KJV: backbiting, covering, covert, [idiom] disguise(-th), hiding place, privily, protection, secret(-ly, place). See also: Deuteronomy 13:7; Psalms 61:5; Psalms 18:12.
אָהֳל֑/וֹ
ʼôhel
H168
"tent"
N-ms | Suff
The Hebrew word for a tent, often used to describe the tabernacle or a nomad's home. In Exodus 33:7-11, it refers to the sacred tent where God meets with Moses.
Definition: : tent 1) tent 1a) nomad's tent, and thus symbolic of wilderness life, transience 1b) dwelling, home, habitation 1c) the sacred tent of Jehovah (the tabernacle) Also means: o.hel (אֹ֫הֶל ": home" H0168H)
Usage: Occurs in 314 OT verses. KJV: covering, (dwelling) (place), home, tabernacle, tent. See also: Genesis 4:20; Leviticus 14:23; Joshua 22:4.
בְּ֝/צ֗וּר
tsûwr
H6697
"rock"
Prep | N-ms
A rock or boulder, often used to describe God as a refuge, like in Psalm 18:2.
Definition: 1) rock, cliff 1a) rocky wall, cliff 1b) rock (with flat surface) 1c) block of stone, boulder 1d) rock (specific) 1e) rock (of God) 1f) rock (of heathen gods) n pr dei 1g) Rock Aramaic equivalent: tur (טוּר "mountain" H2906)
Usage: Occurs in 74 OT verses. KJV: edge, [idiom] (mighty) God (one), rock, [idiom] sharp, stone, [idiom] strength, [idiom] strong. See also H1049 (בֵּית צוּר). See also: Exodus 17:6; Psalms 28:1; Psalms 18:3.
יְרוֹמְמֵֽ/נִי
rûwm
H7311
"to exalt"
V-o-Imperf-3ms | Suff
This verb can mean to lift something or someone up, like a parent lifting a child, or to exalt oneself in pride. In the Bible, it's used to describe God lifting up the humble and bringing down the proud.
Definition: 1) to rise, rise up, be high, be lofty, be exalted 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to be high, be set on high 1a2) to be raised, be uplifted, be exalted 1a3) to be lifted, rise 1b) (Polel) 1b1) to raise or rear (children), cause to grow up 1b2) to lift up, raise, exalt 1b3) to exalt, extol 1c) (Polal) to be lifted up 1d) (Hiphil) 1d1) to raise, lift, lift up, take up, set up, erect, exalt, set on high 1d2) to lift up (and take away), remove 1d3) to lift off and present, contribute, offer, contribute 1e) (Hophal) to be taken off, be abolished 1f) (Hithpolel) to exalt oneself, magnify oneself Aramaic equivalent: rum (רוּם "to rise" H7313)
Usage: Occurs in 184 OT verses. KJV: bring up, exalt (self), extol, give, go up, haughty, heave (up), (be, lift up on, make on, set up on, too) high(-er, one), hold up, levy, lift(-er) up, (be) lofty, ([idiom] a-) loud, mount up, offer (up), [phrase] presumptuously, (be) promote(-ion), proud, set up, tall(-er), take (away, off, up), breed worms. See also: Genesis 7:17; Psalms 46:11; Psalms 3:4.
Study Notes — Psalms 27:5
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- Context
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- Psalms 27:5 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Psalms 27:5
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 27:5
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 27:5
- Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 27:5
- Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 27:5
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 27:5
- Cambridge Bible on Psalms 27:5
- Barnes' Notes on Psalms 27:5
- Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 27:5
- Sermons on Psalms 27:5
Context — The LORD Is My Salvation
3Though an army encamps around me, my heart will not fear; though a war breaks out against me, I will keep my trust.
4One thing I have asked of the LORD; this is what I desire: to dwell in the house of the LORD all the days of my life, to gaze on the beauty of the LORD and seek Him in His temple.
5For in the day of trouble He will hide me in His shelter; He will conceal me under the cover of His tent; He will set me high upon a rock.
6Then my head will be held high above my enemies around me. At His tabernacle I will offer sacrifices with shouts of joy; I will sing and make music to the LORD. 7Hear, O LORD, my voice when I call; be merciful and answer me.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Proverbs 18:10 | The name of the LORD is a strong tower; the righteous run to it and are safe. |
| 2 | Psalms 31:20 | You hide them in the secret place of Your presence from the schemes of men. You conceal them in Your shelter from accusing tongues. |
| 3 | Psalms 138:7 | If I walk in the midst of trouble, You preserve me from the anger of my foes; You extend Your hand, and Your right hand saves me. |
| 4 | Psalms 91:1 | He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High will abide in the shadow of the Almighty. |
| 5 | Psalms 119:114 | You are my hiding place and my shield; I put my hope in Your word. |
| 6 | Psalms 50:15 | Call upon Me in the day of trouble; I will deliver you, and you will honor Me.” |
| 7 | Psalms 40:2 | He lifted me up from the pit of despair, out of the miry clay; He set my feet upon a rock, and made my footsteps firm. |
| 8 | Colossians 3:3 | For you died, and your life is now hidden with Christ in God. |
| 9 | Psalms 17:8 | Keep me as the apple of Your eye; hide me in the shadow of Your wings |
| 10 | Matthew 7:24–25 | Therefore everyone who hears these words of Mine and acts on them is like a wise man who built his house on the rock. The rain fell, the torrents raged, and the winds blew and beat against that house; yet it did not fall, because its foundation was on the rock. |
Psalms 27:5 Summary
[This verse, Psalms 27:5, tells us that when we are in trouble, God will hide us in a safe place, like a shelter. He will protect us from harm and keep us safe, just like a shepherd protects his sheep, as seen in Psalms 23:4. This means we can trust God to take care of us, no matter what is happening in our lives, and we can seek to dwell in His presence, as mentioned in Psalms 27:4.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean to be 'hidden in His shelter'?
This phrase refers to the safety and protection God provides for His people, as seen in Psalms 27:5, and is similar to the concept of God being our Rock, as mentioned in Psalms 18:2 and Deuteronomy 32:4.
How can I experience the reality of God's shelter in my life?
To experience God's shelter, we must trust in Him and His goodness, as expressed in Psalms 27:5, and seek to dwell in His presence, as mentioned in Psalms 27:4, where it says 'to dwell in the house of the LORD all the days of my life'
What is the 'tent' that God will conceal me under?
The 'tent' in Psalms 27:5 is likely a reference to the tabernacle, which was a symbol of God's presence among the Israelites, as seen in Exodus 25:8, where God says 'And let them make me a sanctuary, that I may dwell in their midst'
How does this verse relate to Jesus Christ?
This verse points to the ultimate shelter and protection that God provides through Jesus Christ, as seen in John 10:28-30, where Jesus says 'I give them eternal life, and they will never perish, and no one will snatch them out of my hand'
Reflection Questions
- What are some troubles in my life that I can trust God to hide me from, and how can I practically seek His shelter?
- How does the promise of God's shelter in Psalms 27:5 give me courage to face the challenges of life, and what are some ways I can apply this courage in my daily life?
- In what ways can I 'dwell in the house of the LORD' today, as mentioned in Psalms 27:4, and how can I seek to gaze on the beauty of the LORD?
- What are some 'rocks' in my life that I am trusting in for security, and how can I shift my trust to the Rock that is God, as mentioned in Psalms 27:5?
Gill's Exposition on Psalms 27:5
For in the time of trouble he shall hide me in his pavilion,.... This, with what follows, is given as a reason why the psalmist desired to dwell in the house of the Lord; because he considered it as
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 27:5
For in the time of trouble he shall hide me in his pavilion: in the secret of his tabernacle shall he hide me; he shall set me up upon a rock.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 27:5
He shall hide me; or, hath hid me; or, useth to hide me. Justly do I prize the house and service of God so highly, both because I have such vast obligations to him for his former protection and favours, and because all my hope, and confidence, and security depends upon him. In the secret of his tabernacle; in his tabernacle, into which mine enemies cannot come; and in a secret place in it, where, if they come, they cannot find me. Or, as it were (for the note of similitude is oft understood) in the secret of his tabernacle, i. e. in as safe a place as the holy of holies, which is called God’ s secret, , where none might come but the high priest, and he but one day in a year. He alludes to the ancient custom of offenders, who used to flee to the tabernacle or altar, where they esteemed themselves safe, . Upon a rock; a place high and inacessible, strong and impregnable.
Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 27:5
Psalms 27:5 For in the time of trouble he shall hide me in his pavilion: in the secret of his tabernacle shall he hide me; he shall set me up upon a rock.Ver. 5. For in time of trouble he shall hide me] This protection he boldly promiseth himself as a fruit of his faith, fostered by the use of the ordinances. He knew that the only way to be safe was to get under God’ s wing, Psalms 91:4, to take sanctuary there, to be hid under God’ s altar; for upon all the glory there is a defence, Isaiah 4:5. Joash was preserved six years in the sanctuary, where he was hid. The sanctuary is called God’ s hidden place, Ezekiel 7:22, and his saints his hidden ones, Psalms 83:3. In his pavilion] The Hebrew Succoh is written with a little Samech, to show, say the Masorites, that a little pavilion or cottage where God is shall be sufficient to safeguard the saints, Quod tabernaculum exile συνθεω, est asylum tutissimum. In the secret of his tabernacle] I shall be as safe as if I were shut up in his holy ark. He shall set me upon a rock] Out of mine enemy’ s reach.
Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 27:5
(5) Pavilion.—A booth or hut; also of the lair of wild beasts (Psalms 10:9; Jeremiah 25:38). (Comp. Job 38:40.) Secret of his tabernacle.—Better, hiding place of his tent (ôhel), the regular word for the tent of the congregation, but also used generally of a habitation of any kind—not necessarily of the tent set up for the ark by David at Zion (2 Samuel 6:17). The clause, “He shall set me up upon a rock”—i.e., for safety—shows that the tent is also used figuratively for shelter; but there may also be a thought of the sure asylum to be found in the tabernacle of the congregation.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 27:5
Verse 5. He shall hide me in his pavilion] בסכה besuccoh, in his tabernacle. I would make his temple my residence; I would dwell with God, and be in continual safety. Pavilion comes from papilio and παπιλιων, a butterfly. It signifies a tent made of cloth stretched out on poles, which in form resembles in some measure the insect above named. In the secret of his tabernacle] Were there no other place, he would put me in the holy of holies, so that an enemy would not dare to approach me. He shall set me upon a rock.] He shall so strengthen and establish me, that my enemies shall not be able to prevail against me. He shall hide me where they cannot find me, or put me out of the reach of the fiery darts of the wicked. He who lives nearest to God suffers least from temptation. "Draw nigh to God, and he will draw nigh to thee: resist the devil and he will flee from thee."
Cambridge Bible on Psalms 27:5
5. For he shall conceal me in his pavilion in the day of trouble, He shall hide me in the hiding-place of his tent; Upon a rock shall he lift me up. He will be secured from danger as one who is sheltered from heat and storm, or safe from assault in some inaccessible rock fortress. Cp. Psalms 31:20; Isaiah 4:6; and the expression his hidden or secret ones in Psalms 83:3.
Barnes' Notes on Psalms 27:5
For in the time of trouble - When I am surrounded by dangers, or when affliction comes upon me. He shall hide me - The word used here means to hide; to secrete; and then, to defend or protect.
Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 27:5
5. Pavilion—The word means a covering, a tent, same as tabernacle in next line. Secret of his tabernacle—The covert, or hidingplace of his tent.
Sermons on Psalms 27:5
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The Devil Is Out to Destroy Your Faith by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, the preacher describes a dream he had where he walked through the streets of New York and saw a scene of darkness and ugliness. He came across young people lying in |
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When My Heart Is Overwhelmed by Jenny Daniel | In this sermon, the speaker shares the story of a family who faced multiple tragedies and hardships. They lost their farms, and later, their grandson was killed in an accident. Des |
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Preaching Critique by William Booth | This sermon recounts the early days of the Christian mission led by William Booth in the rough quarter of London, where unkempt crowds gathered in a tent despite challenges. As win |
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(Happenings Ahead) the Man of Sin and the Scarlet Woman by Willie Mullan | In this sermon, the preacher begins by expressing gratitude for the attendees' hunger for God's word. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the truths of scripture with the |
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Three Gifts Under the Tree by Jim Cymbala | In this sermon, the speaker discusses three unusual gifts that God has given to believers. These gifts are a pure heart, a steadfast spirit, and a willing spirit. The speaker share |
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The Tongue! by Keith Daniel | This sermon emphasizes the importance of seeking God's grace to keep silent in the face of opposition, especially within the home, to avoid losing relationships due to impulsive re |
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The Power of Grace by Thomas Reade | Thomas Reade preaches on the power of God's grace and the blessedness of divine favor, highlighting the promises of protection to His people throughout history. From Abram to Moses |