Psalms 138:3-8

3 When I called out to you, you answered me. You made me strong and brave.

4 Lord, may all of the kings on earth praise you when they hear about what you have promised.

5 Lord, may they sing about what you have done, because your glory is great.

6 The LORD is in heaven. But he watches over those who are free of pride. He knows those who are proud and stays far away from them.

7 Trouble is all around me, but you keep me alive. You reach out your hand to put a stop to the anger of my enemies. With your powerful right hand you save me.

8 Lord, you will do everything you have planned for me. Lord, your faithful love continues forever. You have done so much for us. Don't stop now.

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Psalms 138:3-8 Meaning and Commentary

INTRODUCTION TO PSALM 138

\\<>\\. This psalm is generally thought to have been written by David upon his being advanced to the throne; on account of which he praises the Lord, who had supported him under many exercises, and had made good his promise to him, at least in part; and he firmly believed the accomplishment of the rest, that he would perfect what concerned him, Ps 138:8. It seems as if this psalm was composed between his being king over Judah and over all Israel. Though Theodoret understands the psalm as a thanksgiving of the Jews upon their return from Babylon, which David prophesied of. The Syriac version calls it a thanksgiving with a prophecy; as indeed it is a prophecy of the Messiah's kingdom, and of the calling of the Gentiles in the latter day, as appears from Ps 138:4.

Taken from John Gill's Exposition of the Bible

Psalms 138:3-8

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Psalms 138:3-8 Meaning and Commentary

INTRODUCTION TO PSALM 138