Fearfulness and trembling are come upon me, and horror hath overwhelmed me.
Fearfulness and trembling are come upon me ... And I said, Oh that I had wings like a dove! for then would I fly away, and be at rest. Referred to by Jeremiah 9:2. The "dove" is specified not so much for its swiftness, as on account of its defenseless innocence. See note on title of Psalms 56:1-13. The wings of the eagle are given to the Church of God, wherewith to flee from her foe (Exodus 19:4; Revelation 12:14). "Be at rest" ( 'eshkonaah (H7931)); 'dwell secure.'