Psa 27:5, 91:1 | JFB | STEP | 4, 5. The secret of his confidence is his delight in communion with God ( ), beholding the harmony of His perfections, and seeking His favor in His temple or palace; a term applicable to the tabernacle (compare ). There he is safe ( ). The figure is changed in the last clause, but the sentiment is the same.

Psalms 27:5

4, 5. The secret of his confidence is his delight in communion with God (Ps 16:11; 23:6), beholding the harmony of His perfections, and seeking His favor in His temple or palace; a term applicable to the tabernacle (compare Ps 5:7). There he is safe (Ps 31:21; 61:5). The figure is changed in the last clause, but the sentiment is the same.

Psalms 91:1

1. dwelleth in the secret place— (Ps 27:5; 31:20) denotes nearness to God. Such as do so abide or lodge secure from assaults, and can well use the terms of trust in Ps 91:2.