Psalms 18:48 Meaning and Explanation
“He delivereth me from mine enemies: yea, thou liftest me up above those that rise up against me: thou hast delivered me from the violent man.”
King James Version (KJV)
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The Context of Psalms 18:48
Summary of deliverance across all the enemies the psalmist faced.
What Does Psalms 18:48 Mean?
'Delivereth me from mine enemies'—the comprehensive rescue. Not from one foe but from the whole network of opposition. 'Liftest me up above'—the position shifts from threatened to elevated.
'Delivered me from the violent man'—the singular violent person, perhaps an individual enemy leader. God's deliverance covers both the many and the one, the army and the tyrant. No threat escapes God's protective reach.
Frequently Asked Questions About Psalms 18:48
What does Psalms 18:48 mean?
God rescues from all enemies—both collective opposition and individual violent foes.
What is the context of Psalms 18:48?
Summary of deliverance across all the enemies the psalmist faced.