In Salem; in Jerusalem, which was anciently called Salem, Genesis 14:18; Hebrews 7:1. Zion; largely so called, as it includes Moriah, an adjoining hill, or another branch of the same hill. read more
INTRODUCTIONSuperscription.—“To the chief Musician on Neginoth.” See Introduction to Psalms 54:0.A Psalm—a Song of Asaph. (See notes on the authorship of Psalms 74:0) The superscription may be thus paraphrased—A Psalm, a Song of Asaph, to be delivered to the director of music, that he may arrange for its performance with the accompaniment of stringed instruments.Occasion.—There appear to us very good reasons for regarding the Psalm as a celebration of Israel’s victory over the Assyrians. The... read more
Psalms 76:1-12 Psalms 76:1-12 :In Judah is God known: his name is great in Israel ( Psalms 76:1 ).Judah, of course, was the southern kingdom. Israel was the northern kingdom.In Salem also is his tabernacle [that would be Jerusalem], and his dwelling place in mount Zion. And there brake he the arrows of the bow, the shield, and the sword, and the battle. Thou art more glorious and excellent than the mountains of prey. The stout-hearted are spoiled, they have slept their sleep: and none of the... read more
This is a martial ode, sung, according to the LXX, after the defeat of the Assyrian army. The Latin bible follows the LXX. The words of the psalm concerning the sleeping of the enemy, and the fall of many kings and princes, best agree with that event. The judgment was from heaven, In that case, the psalm was probably composed by Isaiah, or some other prophet. Psalms 76:1 . In Judah is God known. By the fall of a hundred and eighty five thousand vain, boasting soldiers, who seemed asleep in... read more
Psalms 76:1-12In Judah is God known: His name is great in Israel. Glorious aspects of the Divine characterI. As the glorious resident in the midst of His people (Psalms 76:1-2). God is everywhere; but is in an especial sense present with holy souls. They are represented as His “temple,” which implies--1. Special connection with Him.2. Special consecration to Him.3. Special manifestation of Him.II. As the triumphant conqueror of his enemies. He does His work--1. Thoroughly (Psalms 76:3-5).2.... read more
Psa 76:2 In Salem also is his tabernacle, and his dwelling place in Zion. Ver. 2. In Salem also is his tabernacle ] i.e. In Jerusalem, which was first called Salem, Gen 14:18 Hebrews 7:1 . Secondly, Jebus, 1 Chronicles 11:4 Joshua 15:8 ; Joshua 18:28 . Thirdly, Jerusalem, Joshua 15:63 2 Samuel 5:6 , not as if ιερον Sολυμων , or Sολομωντος , Solomon’s temple (as Hegesippus would have it, and hence likely came the aspiration Hierusalem), but from that famous Jehovahjireh, Genesis 22:14 ;... read more
Salem: Genesis 14:18, Hebrews 7:1, Hebrews 7:2 dwelling: Psalms 132:13, Psalms 132:14, 2 Chronicles 6:6, Isaiah 12:6 Reciprocal: Exodus 20:24 - in all places Leviticus 26:11 - I will 2 Chronicles 32:19 - the God Ezra 7:15 - whose habitation Psalms 65:1 - in Sion Psalms 99:2 - great Psalms 135:21 - out of Zion Song of Solomon 6:13 - Shulamite Jeremiah 25:38 - hath Ezekiel 23:4 - Aholibah Joel 3:17 - shall ye Ephesians 2:17 - that read more
In Salem also is his tabernacle, and his dwelling place in Zion.Salem — In Jerusalem, which was anciently called Salem.Zion — Largely so called, as it includes Moriah, an adjoining hill. read more
2. Salem The ancient name of Jerusalem, here poetically recalled. Genesis 14:18; Hebrews 7:1. His tabernacle Such only it was when David first removed the ark to Mount Zion, (2 Samuel 6:17; and such was God’s dwelling place during David’s life. read more
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Arthur Peake's Commentary on the Bible - Psalms 76:1-12
LXXVI. The Majesty of God in Zion: Homage of the Nations. Psalms 76:2 . Salem: a poetical name for Jerusalem ( Genesis 14:18 *). Psalms 76:3 . lightnings of the bow ( mg.) , i.e. arrows. Psalms 76:4 . Read, “ from the eternal mountains” (LXX) or rather “ mountain,” i.e. Zion. Psalms 76:7 . Read, “ because of the strength of thine anger.” Psalms 76:9 . The Divine sentence is given from heaven: the earth trembles and is still, persecuting the meek of the land no more. Psalms 76:10 . For “... read more