The third of these three Hallelujah Psalms (111, 113). The Psalms of this group are called the Hallel Psalms (113, 118). Psalms 113 and 114 were sung before the Paschal meal (but after the second of the four cups of wine); 115, 118 after it. The last probably sung by the Lord Jesus (Matthew 26:30).... [ Continue Reading ]
BLESSED. Figure of speech _Benedictio,_ not _Beatitude_ App-6. THE LORD. Hebrew. _Jehovah._ App-4.... [ Continue Reading ]
WHO IS LIKE... ? This is ever the outburst of the saints' praise. See note on Exodus 15:11. GOD. Hebrew. _Elohim._ App-4.... [ Continue Reading ]
HEAVEN. the heavens.... [ Continue Reading ]
THE POOR. an impoverished one. THE NEEDY. a needy one. Compare 1 Samuel 2:8.... [ Continue Reading ]
WITH PRINCES... WITH THE PRINCES. Figure of speech _Anadiplosis_ (App-6), for emphasis.... [ Continue Reading ]
CHILDREN. sons.... [ Continue Reading ]