诗篇 138:3 RCUVSS

The Pulpit Commentary - Psalms 138:3

The provision of inward strength. "And strengthenedst me with strength in my soul." Whether this precisely renders the thought of the psalmist may be doubtful. It certainly presents a suggestive thought to us. The statement is certainly true of God's ways with us. His best blessings come to the inward, spiritual self—to the true individuality, the real us . The various rendering is, "Thou madest me proud;" the Revised Version gives, "Thou didst encourage me with strength in my soul;"... read more

Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - Psalms 138:3

In the day when I cried - Referring to some former period of his life when he was in trouble.Thou answeredst me - In the very day when I called, thou gavest me the answer: that is, immediately.And strengthenedst me with strength in my soul - literally, “Thou didst embolden - or, didst make me courageous with strength.” Thou didst enable me to meet danger, and to overcome fear. It would seem probable that this was on some occasion when he was in danger from his enemies. read more

Joseph Benson

Joseph Benson's Commentary of the Old and New Testaments - Psalms 138:3

Psalms 138:3. In the day when I cried thou answeredst me Didst give me to understand that my prayer was accepted, and should have a gracious return in due time; and strengthenedst me, in my soul This clause limits and explains the former, and shows in what way God answered him so speedily, namely, not by giving him the very thing which he desired in that very instant, but by giving him inward support and patience, to wait God’s time, and to bear all his troubles cheerfully in the mean... read more

Donald C. Fleming

Bridgeway Bible Commentary - Psalms 138:1-8

Psalms 138:0 A God for everyoneDavid imagines himself showing all lifeless gods how useless they are and how great is the only true God. This God loves his people, answers their prayers and gives them the strength to face life’s difficulties with boldness (138:1-3).The rulers of other nations ought also to know this God, for in God’s sight their high position does not make them any better than the poor and lowly (4-6). This encourages the psalmist, because those in positions of power are often... read more

E.W. Bullinger

E.W. Bullinger's Companion Bible Notes - Psalms 138:3

strengthenedst = encouraged, or emboldened. my soul = myself (emphatic). Hebrew. nephesh. App-13 . read more

Robert Jamieson; A. R. Fausset; David Brown

Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible - Psalms 138:3

3-5. That promise, as an answer to his prayers in distress, revived and strengthened his faith; and, as the basis of other revelations of the Messiah, it will be the occasion of praise by all who hear and receive it (Psalms 68:29; Psalms 68:31; Isaiah 4:3). read more

Thomas Constable

Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable - Psalms 138:1-3

1. Praise for answered prayer 138:1-3The psalmist vowed to praise God wholeheartedly in the temple for His loyal love and faithfulness. The "gods" before whom he promised to give thanks may be judges and rulers (cf. Psalms 95:3; Psalms 96:4; Psalms 97:7) or perhaps the pagan idols that surrounded him (cf. Psalms 138:4-5). God had exalted His Word equally with His reputation by being faithful to His promises (Psalms 138:2). God had answered David’s petition and had strengthened him spiritually... read more

Thomas Constable

Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable - Psalms 138:1-8

Psalms 138David thanked the Lord for His loyal love and faithfulness in answering his prayer. He hoped that everyone would acknowledge God’s goodness and experience His deliverance."As in other songs of thanksgiving, this prayer remembers a time of need that has now been resolved in deliverance. What is special here is that the circle of praise is expanded, both in heaven and in earth." [Note: Ibid., p. 131.] This psalm of individual or communal thanksgiving begins a group of eight psalms of... read more

John Dummelow

John Dummelow's Commentary on the Bible - Psalms 138:1-8

Although the title ascribes this Ps. to David, it is generally considered to belong to the post-exilic period, of whose earnest piety it is one of the best examples. According to some scholars the speaker is Israel, but this is doubtful.1. Before] i.e. in front of, in opposition to the (false) gods. 2. Thy name] Thy character, as hitherto revealed. The present fulfilment of thy promise surpasses the renown of all thy former doings.3. Strengthenedst me] RV ’Thou didst encourage me,’ lit. ’madest... read more

Charles John Ellicott

Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers - Psalms 138:3

(3) Strengthenedst me with strength.—Or, encouragest me strongly. (See Note to Song of Solomon 6:5, where the same Hebrew form occurs.)In my soul.—Or, at my desire. read more