The portion of Jacob] Chap. 51. 19. Gods people, having him for their portion and protection, who is all-sufficient, Genesis 17:1. need neither to seek for succour and safetie to idols, nor to stand in awe of them. Psalms 16:5. & Psalms 119:57. & Psalms 142:6. the former of all things] Proverbs 16:4. & Proverbs 26:10. Israel is the rod of his inheritance] Taken from the division of land; as by lot, and by cord; Psal. 16. 5, 6 so by rod. Psalms 74:2. They are Gods possession; as he is theirs. Deuteronomy 32:9. Chap. 12. 7. Zechariah 2:12. the LORD of hosts is his name] Isaiah 48:2. & Isaiah 51:15.