1_Jehovah hath reigned _We here see what I have lately adverted to, that in the power of God there is exhibited to us matter of confidence; for our not investing God with the power which belongs to him, as we ought to do, and thus wickedly despoiling him of his authority, is the source of that fear... [ Continue Reading ]
2_Thy throne is stable _Some read, _is prepared, _and this agrees well with the context. provided we take the two clauses as one sentence, meaning — _O Lord, as thou art from eternity, even so thy throne is erected or prepared from that time _For the sense which some have attached to the words, as i... [ Continue Reading ]
3_The floods have lifted up, O Jehovah! _Various meanings have been attached to this verse. Some think there is an allusion to the violent assaults made upon the Church by her enemies, and the goodness of God seen in restraining them. (7) Others are of opinion that the words should be taken literall... [ Continue Reading ]
5_Thy testimonies _(9) _are singularly true _As yet the Psalmist has insisted upon the excellency of God in the work of creation, and the providential government of the world. Now he speaks of his distinguishing goodness to his chosen people, in making known to them the doctrine which bringeth salva... [ Continue Reading ]