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Psalms 119:51
Psalms 119:51
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 119:51Psalms 119:51 · Matthew Henry's Commentary on the Whole BibleDavid here tells us, and it will be of use to us to know it, 1. That he
had been jeered for his religion. Though he was a man of honour, a man
of great prudence, and had done eminent services to his country, yet,…Psalms 119:51Psalms 119:51 · Treasury of Scripture Knowledgeproud: Psalms 119:21, Psalms 119:69, Psalms 123:3-4; Jeremiah 20:7; Luke 16:14-15, Luke 23:35
yet have: Psalms 119:31, Psalms 119:157, Psalms 44:18; Job 23:11; Isaiah 38:3, Isaiah 42:4; Acts 20:23-24; Hebrews 12:1-3