Psalms 91:1“He that dwelleth in the secret place of the most High shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty.”
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Psalms 91:1
“He that dwelleth in the secret place of the most High shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty.” — read online, free, in the King James Version.
The opening of the psalm of protection, traditionally prayed for safety — from plague, danger and fear.
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What is Psalm 91 about?
Psalm 91 is a promise of divine shelter to those who “dwell in the secret place of the most High”. It speaks of deliverance from snares, terror and pestilence, and God's command to his angels concerning the faithful.
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