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Psalms 119:157
Psalms 119:157
John Gill's Exposition of the Entire Bible · John Gill (1697–1771) · Public Domain
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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 119:157Psalms 119:157 · Matthew Henry's Commentary on the Whole BibleHere is, 1. David surrounded with difficulties and dangers: Many are my
persecutors and my enemies. When Saul the king was his persecutor and
enemy no marvel that many more were so: multitudes will follow the…Psalms 119:157Psalms 119:157 · Treasury of Scripture KnowledgeMany: Psalms 3:1-2, Psalms 22:12, Psalms 22:16, Psalms 25:19, Psalms 56:2, Psalms 118:10-12; Matthew 24:9, Matthew 26:47; Acts 4:27
yet do I: Psalms 119:51, Psalms 119:110, Psalms 44:17; Job 17:9, Job 23:11; Isaiah…