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... xxxviii . 4 . Here , then , as also in the two succeeding verses , we have a pious and grateful acknowledgment , that , though , at present , in calamity , the Psalmist had formerly experienced the full extent of the divine mercy in ...
... xxxviii . 4 . Here , then , as also in the two succeeding verses , we have a pious and grateful acknowledgment , that , though , at present , in calamity , the Psalmist had formerly experienced the full extent of the divine mercy in ...
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... xxxviii . 14 . 4 Wickedness —- evil . These words evidently stand for wicked and evil men , whom , by a reference to the ancient rites of hospitality , Jehovah is declared to be unwilling either to protect from danger , or to entertain ...
... xxxviii . 14 . 4 Wickedness —- evil . These words evidently stand for wicked and evil men , whom , by a reference to the ancient rites of hospitality , Jehovah is declared to be unwilling either to protect from danger , or to entertain ...
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... xxxviii . 17 . 2 My soul . The soul , which in the Psalms frequently signifies the animal life ( vi . 4 : Lxxiv . 20 ) , in the present instance denotes the whole person ; -lest he devour me . It also elsewhere occurs in this latter ...
... xxxviii . 17 . 2 My soul . The soul , which in the Psalms frequently signifies the animal life ( vi . 4 : Lxxiv . 20 ) , in the present instance denotes the whole person ; -lest he devour me . It also elsewhere occurs in this latter ...
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... xxxviii . 17. ) the innocent and helpless ; nor come , under the influence of a “ godly sorrow , " to sue for the divine favor and pardon . Psalm xxi . 12 . 15 Sorrow . The mischief , of which the ungodly oppressor was in travail , is ...
... xxxviii . 17. ) the innocent and helpless ; nor come , under the influence of a “ godly sorrow , " to sue for the divine favor and pardon . Psalm xxi . 12 . 15 Sorrow . The mischief , of which the ungodly oppressor was in travail , is ...
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... xxxviii . 17 ) , or , rather , I will contemplate the stars of heaven , as I shall thus perceive ample reason for my assertion , that Thy name is excellent , and shall also be compelled to exclaim , whilst wondering at their magni ...
... xxxviii . 17 ) , or , rather , I will contemplate the stars of heaven , as I shall thus perceive ample reason for my assertion , that Thy name is excellent , and shall also be compelled to exclaim , whilst wondering at their magni ...
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Page 61 - When the wicked, even mine enemies and my foes, came upon me to eat up my flesh, they stumbled and fell.
Page 53 - He shall convert my soul : and bring me forth in the paths of righteousness for his Name's sake. 4. Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil : for thou art with me, thy rod, and thy staff comfort me.
Page 252 - For look how high the heaven is in comparison of the earth : so great is his mercy also toward them that fear him.
Page 6 - I laid me down and slept, and rose up again ; for the LORD sustained me.
Page 236 - For he is the Lord our God; and we are the people of his pasture, and the sheep of his hand.
Page 50 - I am poured out like water, and all my bones are out of joint: my heart is like wax; it is melted in the midst of my bowels. 15 My strength is dried up like a potsherd; and my tongue cleaveth to my jaws; and thou hast brought me into the dust of death.
Page 46 - Some trust in chariots, and some in horses : but we will remember the name of the LORD our God.
Page 99 - And that I may go unto the altar of GOD, even unto the GOD of my joy and gladness ; and upon the harp will I give thanks unto thee, O GOD, my GOD.
Page 152 - GOD be merciful unto us, and bless us : and shew us the light of his countenance, and be merciful unto us ; 2 That thy way may be known upon earth : thy saving health among all nations. 3 Let the people praise thee, O God : yea, let all the people praise thee.
Page 69 - My time is in thy hand ; deliver me from the hand of mine enemies : and from them that persecute me.