Psa 18:2, 75:10, 132:17 | JFB | e4.org | 2, 3. The various terms used describe God as an object of the most implicit and reliable trust. rock —literally, "a cleft rock," for concealment. strength —a firm, immovable rock. horn of my salvation —The horn, as the means of attack or defense of some of the strongest animals, is a frequent emblem of power or strength efficiently exercised (compare ). tower —literally, "high place," beyond reach of danger.

‏ Psalms 18:2

2, 3. The various terms used describe God as an object of the most implicit and reliable trust.

rock—literally, "a cleft rock," for concealment.

strength—a firm, immovable rock.

horn of my salvation—The horn, as the means of attack or defense of some of the strongest animals, is a frequent emblem of power or strength efficiently exercised (compare De 33:17; Lu 1:69).

tower—literally, "high place," beyond reach of danger.

‏ Psalms 75:10

9, 10. Contrasted is the lot of the pious who will praise God, and, acting under His direction, will destroy the power of the wicked, and exalt that of the righteous.

‏ Psalms 132:17

17. make the horn . . . to bud—enlarge his power.

a lamp—the figure of prosperity (Ps 18:10, 28; 89:17). With the confounding of his enemies is united his prosperity and the unceasing splendor of his crown.