Thou shalt not be afraid for the terror by night; nor for the arrow that flieth by day;
You won't be afraid of the terrors that come at night, or the arrows that fly during the day.
This verse promises that God will protect you from both hidden dangers in darkness and obvious threats in daylight.
📚 Historical Context
In the ancient Israelite society, people frequently faced dangers such as nighttime raids by enemies or daytime arrow attacks in battles, which were common during times of war and instability in the Near East. Psalms 91 is a psalm of protection, often attributed to Moses and part of the wisdom literature, that reassures believers of God's covenantal safeguarding amid real threats. This verse reflects the everyday fears of a people who relied on divine intervention rather than advanced defenses.
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