LXVII. This is a noble hymn of praise, which for its fine and free expression of grateful dependence on the Divine grace was worthy to become, as it has become, a Church hymn for all time. The last two verses connect the hymn immediately with harvest, and it would look as if this allusion had actua... [ Continue Reading ]
This verse is an adaptation of the priestly benediction (Numbers 6:24). UPON US. — Rather, _with,_ or _among_ us; a variation from the formal benediction.... [ Continue Reading ]
SAVING HEALTH. — The Hebrew word is that generally rendered “salvation,” but often better rendered “help,” or “deliverance.” By “health” the translators meant “healing power,” as in Shakespeare, _King John,_ Act V., Scene 2: — “For the health and physick of our right.”... [ Continue Reading ]
(3)PRAISE. — Better, _give thanks. _... [ Continue Reading ]
FOR THOU SHALT JUDGE: — Better, _for thou judgest._ AND GOVERN.... — Better, _and dost lead._ The word is used in Psalms 23:3 of the “pastoral” care of God.... [ Continue Reading ]
THEN SHALL THE EARTH YIELD HER INCREASE. — It seems more in keeping with the expression of thanks to render here with the LXX. and Vulg., “The land hath yielded her increase.”... [ Continue Reading ]