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Psalms 27:3

The Pulpit Commentary · Joseph S. Exell and contributors · Public Domain

Though an host should encamp against me, my heart shall not fear. In the first burst of joy at his recent victory, the 'host" which remains unconquered seems of light account—let them advance—let them "encamp against him"—his heart will not be afraid; but when the joy has had full vent, there is a reaction; the enemies then appear more formidable, and God's aid is besought against them (see Psalms 27:9-12).

Though war should rise against me, in this will I be confident. "In this" may be either "in the fact that the Lord is my Light and my Salvation" (Psalms 27:1), or "in case of such an event as war and attack on the part of the enemy."

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