1._I lift my eyes to thee, who dwellest in the heavens. _It is uncertain at what time, or even by what Prophet, this Psalm was composed. I do not think it probable that David was its author; because, when he bewails the persecutions which he suffered in the time of Saul, it is usual with him to inte... [ Continue Reading ]
2._Behold as the eyes of servants look to the hand of their masters. _This similitude is very suitable to the present case. It implies that without the protection of God true believers have no comfort, are completely disarmed and exposed to all manner of wrongs, have neither strength nor courage to... [ Continue Reading ]
3._Have mercy upon us, O Jehovah! etc_. The Psalmist prosecutes and confirms the preceding doctrine. He had said that the godly, finding themselves utterly broken in spirit and cast down, intently directed their eyes to the hand of God: now he adds that they are filled with reproach. From this we le... [ Continue Reading ]