The psalmist affirms that the eye of the LORD is on those who fear him, on those who hope in his covenant loyalty. The shift from futility of human power to efficacy of God's protection marks the turning point of the psalm's argument. The phrase "the eye of the LORD" suggests God's attention and care directed toward those who maintain proper relationship with God. The reference to fearing God and hoping in his lovingkindness establishes the conditions under which God's protection operates. The verse establishes that those who have abandoned trust in military might and placed faith in God can be confident in protection.

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