Turn away mine eyes from beholding vanity,....
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Psalms 119:37
Psalms 119:37
John Gill's Exposition of the Entire Bible · John Gill (1697–1771) · Public Domain
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Psalms 119 — OverviewPsalms 119 · Matthew Henry's Commentary on the Whole BibleThis is a psalm by itself, like none of the rest; it excels them all,
and shines brightest in this constellation. It is much longer than any
of them more than twice as long as any of them. It is not making long…Psalms 119 — OverviewPsalms 119 · Treasury of Scripture KnowledgePsalms 119:1, This psalm contains sundry prayers, praises, and professions of obedience.Psalms 119 — OverviewPsalms 119 · John Gill's Exposition of the Entire BibleThis psalm is generally thought to be written by David, but when is uncertain; very probably towards the decline of life; and, as some think, for the sake or his son Solomon. It seems to be a collection of observations…Psalms 119:37Psalms 119:37 · Matthew Henry's Commentary on the Whole BibleHere, 1. David prays for restraining grace, that he might be prevented
and kept back from that which would hinder him in the way of his duty:
Turn away my eyes from beholding vanity. The honours, pleasures, and…Psalms 119:37Psalms 119:37 · Treasury of Scripture KnowledgeTurn: Heb. Make to pass, Numbers 15:39; Joshua 7:21; 2 Samuel 11:2; Job 31:1; Proverbs 4:25, Proverbs 23:5; Isaiah 33:15; Matthew 5:28; 1 John 2:16
quicken: Psalms 119:25, Psalms 119:40