Psalms 62:1
I wait alone in silence for God; From him comes my help.
Open English Bible (US)
In The King James Version
Truly my soul waiteth upon God: from him cometh my salvation.
In Context
2Yes, he is my rock, my help, my retreat, I shall not be shaken too sorely.
Cross References
Psalms 27:14Let your heart be courageous and strong, and wait on the Lord.
Psalms 37:7In silence and patience wait on the Lord. Be not kindled to anger at those who prosper. At those who execute evil devices.
Psalms 39:1I vowed to watch my words, and sin not with my tongue, but to put on my mouth a muzzle, while the wicked were in my presence.
Psalms 62:2Yes, he is my rock, my help, my retreat, I shall not be shaken too sorely.
Matthew Henry on Psalms 62:1
This psalm has nothing in it directly either of prayer or praise, nor does it appear upon what occasion it was penned, nor whether upon any particular occasion, whether mournful or joyful. But in it, I. David with a great deal of pleasure professes his own confidence in God and dependence upon him, and encourages himself to continue waiting on him, ver. 1-7 . II. With a great deal of earnestness he excites and encourages others to trust in God likewise, and not in any creature, ver. 8-12 . In singing it we should… Read the whole commentary →