O towre of the flock] It is the same place which is spoken of Gen 35:22. which was neer to Jerusalem, and was afterward called the sheepgate, Nehemiah 3:1. and by it is understood the whole citie: a figure of the Church, into which Gods sheep are gathered up in safetie. the strong hold] It seems to be the place called Ophel: that is to say, strong hold: which was under the Temple, neer to the aforesaid sheep-gate, 2 Chronicles 27:3. Nehemiah 3:26. to signifie the inviolable securitie of the faithfull, gathered together into the Church. first dominion] The kingdome of David, which seemed to be quite overthrown, shall be raised up again in thee, by the spirituall and everlasting kingdome of Christ.