Psalms 138:1
BEFORE] i.e. in front of, in opposition to the (false) gods.... [ Continue Reading ]
BEFORE] i.e. in front of, in opposition to the (false) gods.... [ Continue Reading ]
Although the title ascribes this Ps. to David, it is generally considered to belong to the post-exilic period, of whose earnest piety it is one of the best examples. According to some scholars the speaker is Israel, but this is doubtful.... [ Continue Reading ]
THY NAME] Thy character, as hitherto revealed. The present fulfilment of thy promise surpasses the renown of all thy former doings.... [ Continue Reading ]
STRENGTHENEDST ME] RV 'Thou didst encourage me,' lit. 'madest me proud.'... [ Continue Reading ]
AFAR OFF] RV 'from afar.' They are not hidden from God's eye, or beyond the reach of God's justice.... [ Continue Reading ]
'Jehovah accomplisheth (all things) for me.' THE WORKS OF THINE OWN HANDS] i.e. the Jewish nation, if Israel is the speaker.... [ Continue Reading ]