Psalms 64
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary 8 verses
Introduction
A prayer for deliverance from cunning and malicious enemies, with a confident view of their overthrow, which will honor God and give joy to the righteous. (Psa 64:1-10)
preserve . . . fear--as well as the danger producing it.
Psalms 64:2
insurrection--literally, "uproar," noisy assaults, as well as their secret counsels.
Psalms 64:3
Similar figures for slander (Psa 57:4; Psa 59:7).
bend--literally, "tread," or, "prepared." The allusion is to the mode of bending a bow by treading on it; here, and in Psa 58:7, transferred to arrows.
Psalms 64:4
the perfect--one innocent of the charges made (Psa 18:23).
fear not-- (Psa 55:19), not regarding God.
Psalms 64:5
A sentiment here more fully presented, by depicting their deliberate malice.
Psalms 64:6
This is further evinced by their diligent efforts and deeply laid schemes.
Psalms 64:7
The contrast is heightened by representing God as using weapons like theirs.
Psalms 64:8
their . . . tongue to fall, &c.--that is, the consequences of their slanders, &c. (compare Psa 10:2; Psa 31:16).
all that see . . . away--Their partners in evil shall be terrified.
Psalms 64:9
Men, generally, will acknowledge God's work, and the righteous, rejoicing in it, shall be encouraged to trust Him (Psa 58:10).
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