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What does it mean for Christ to be the 'apple of the eye' in Psalm 17?

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Being the 'apple of the eye' signifies Christ's special place and protection in God's sight, emphasizing His value to God and His role for His people.

In Psalm 17:8, when Christ refers to being kept as the 'apple of the eye', it highlights His significance and the protective care of God towards Him and consequently, towards His people. The 'apple of the eye' is the part of the eye that is most sensitive and crucial for sight, indicating how precious Christ is to God. Furthermore, it denotes that God shelters and protects Christ and those who are united with Him in faith under His wings, showing a tender care. This metaphor assures us that as Christ is upheld and defended, so too are we, as His people, continuously cherished and safeguarded in God’s sight.
Scripture References: Psalm 17:8, Deuteronomy 32:10, Matthew 23:37

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Psalm 17
Rick Warta · May 12, 2022
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