You are like a circle of stones, like a strong wall of granite. Lead me and guide me as your Name accords. Psalm 31:3
The "You" at the beginning of the verse refers to the Holy One of Israel. The "circle of stones" is usually translated "rock (cela) and fortress (matsuwd)." Some pre-historic and pre-Hebraic Ancient Near Eastern people (as well as those in other places) arranged rocks in a circle to connect with the "other world," a place of power from the perspective of ancient superstitious people. Later in human development, these circles grew up into rock walls for the purpose of defense. Arranged in cairns or placed upon strategic heights, they became landmarks or watch towers. To be in "accord" means to agree. Here, it means to be in agreement with the One whose Name signifies existence, Yahweh. A paraphrase of the verse in modern thought could be: I agree to the guidance and leadership of the One Who Exists, who is a strong dependable upright partner for determining the direction that is best for me. May your own deliberations be filled with the assurance of Divine Presence. Shalom, Mother BE
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