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Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - Psalms 19:7

The law of the Lord - Margin, doctrine. The word used here - תורה tôrâh - is that which is commonly employed in the Old Testament with reference to the law of God, and is usually rendered “law.” The word properly means “instruction,” “precept,” from a verb signifying “to teach.” It is then used with reference to instruction or teaching in regard to conduct, and is thus applied to all that God has communicated to guide mankind. It does not here, nor does it commonly, refer exclusively to the... read more

Joseph Benson

Joseph Benson's Commentary of the Old and New Testaments - Psalms 19:7

Psalms 19:7 . The law of the Lord The doctrine delivered to his church, whether by Moses, or by other prophets and holy men of God after him: for the title law is not only given to the ten commandments, or the moral law, as Romans 2:23-29; but also to the whole word of God, as Psalms 1:2; Psalms 119:70; Jeremiah 8:8, and elsewhere; and in this general sense it must be here understood, because the effects here mentioned are not produced by, much less are they appropriated to, one part of... read more

Donald C. Fleming

Bridgeway Bible Commentary - Psalms 19:1-14

Psalms 19:0 Knowing GodThe wonders of the universe display God’s glory, power and wisdom. Although these things cannot speak, day after day they tell people that there is a God and teach them something of his nature (1-4a). The sun, with its splendour and brilliance, is a particularly notable witness to God’s glory (4b-6).If, however, people are to know God personally and live according to his will, they need a more detailed knowledge than the physical creation can provide. They need God’s... read more

E.W. Bullinger

E.W. Bullinger's Companion Bible Notes - Psalms 19:7

law. Note the synthetic parallelism of the second half of this Psalm, which compares the written words in the Scripture with the words written in the heavens, and preserved in the names of the signs of the Zodiac and the constellations. See App-12 . Note in verses: Psalms 19:7-9 the six titles of the Word, its six attributes, and its six effects (see App-10 ). the LORD. Hebrew. Jehovah. App-4 . The Covenant God, in contrast with El (Psalms 19:1 ) the Creator. Occurs seven times in this... read more

James Burton Coffman

Coffman Commentaries on the Bible - Psalms 19:7

"The law of Jehovah is perfect, restoring the soul.The testimony of Jehovah is sure, making wise the simple.The precepts of Jehovah are right, rejoicing the heart:The commandment of Jehovah is pure, enlightening the eyes.The fear of Jehovah is clean, enduring forever;The ordinances of Jehovah are true, and righteous altogether.More to be desired are they than fine gold, yea, than much fine gold;Sweeter also than honey and the droppings of the honeycomb.Moreover by them is thy servant warned:In... read more

Thomas Coke

Thomas Coke Commentary on the Holy Bible - Psalms 19:7

Psalms 19:7. The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul— {Restoring / Refreshing} the soul. The connection seems to be this: From the mighty scene and prospect of nature in the former verses, the Psalmist turns his thoughts to the consideration of the still greater works of grace. The rational world, as in itself the noblest, so has it been the more peculiar care of Providence to preserve and adorn it. The sun knows its course, and has always trod the path marked out by its Creator.... read more

Robert Jamieson; A. R. Fausset; David Brown

Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible - Psalms 19:7

7-9. The law is described by six names, epithets, and effects. It is a rule, God's testimony for the truth, His special and general prescription of duty, fear (as its cause) and judicial decision. It is distinct and certain, reliable, right, pure, holy, and true. Hence it revives those depressed by doubts, makes wise the unskilled ( :-), rejoices the lover of truth, strengthens the desponding (Psalms 13:4; Psalms 34:6), provides permanent principles of conduct, and by God's grace brings a rich... read more

Thomas Constable

Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable - Psalms 19:1-14

Psalms 19David observed in this wisdom hymn that under the influence of the sun, the heavens make God’s handiwork in creation known to humanity. Likewise, people learn of God’s plan to bless humankind under the influence of God’s Law. In view of this dual revelation, in nature and in Scripture, David prayed that God would cleanse his life so he would be acceptable to God.In the polytheistic ancient Near East, this psalm was a strong polemic against the pagan sun gods whom their worshippers... read more

Thomas Constable

Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable - Psalms 19:7

The revealed Word of God has the same dominant influence over humankind as the sun does over nature. Whereas the sun restores natural life, God’s law restores the life of the human soul. The sun dispels physical darkness, but the Word of God removes the darkness of ignorance from our understanding. It is flawless and reliable. read more

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