What does Psalm 36:7 mean?

Psalm 36:7 highlights themes such as lovingkindness, trust, protection when read in context.

How should I apply Psalm 36:7 today?

Read the surrounding passage, compare related cross references, and turn the verse into a short prayer and concrete action.

How excellent is thy lovingkindness, O God! therefore the children of men put their trust under the shadow of thy wings.

5Thy mercy, O LORD, is in the heavens; and thy faithfulness reacheth unto the clouds.

6Thy righteousness is like the great mountains; thy judgments are a great deep: O LORD, thou preservest man and beast.

7How excellent is thy lovingkindness, O God! therefore the children of men put their trust under the shadow of thy wings.

8They shall be abundantly satisfied with the fatness of thy house; and thou shalt make them drink of the river of thy pleasures.

9For with thee is the fountain of life: in thy light shall we see light.

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Matthew 23:37
Jesus expresses a desire to gather Jerusalem under His wings, similar to the protection imagery in Psalm 36:7.
John 10:28
Jesus promises eternal life and security, akin to the trust in God's protection in Psalm 36:7.
Psalm 91:4
Both verses use the imagery of sheltering wings to convey God's protection.