Psalm 92:3

Matthew Henry's Complete Commentary - Psalms 92:1-6

This psalm was appointed to be sung, at least it usually was sung, in the house of the sanctuary on the sabbath day, that day of rest, which was an instituted memorial of the work of creation, of God's rest from that work, and the continuance of it in his providence; for the Father worketh hitherto. Note, 1. The sabbath day must be a day, not only of holy rest, but of holy work, and the rest is in order to the work. 2. The proper work of the sabbath is praising God; every sabbath day must be a... read more

John Gill

John Gills Exposition of the Bible Commentary - Psalms 92:3

Upon an instrument of ten strings ,.... An harp of ten strings, as the Targum. The harp invented by Terpander had only seven strings F3 Suidas in voce τερπανδρος . Plin. Nat. Hist. l. 7. c. 56. ; according to Pliny F4 Ibid. ; Simonides added the eighth, and Timotheus the ninth; but this of David was of ten strings: and upon the psaltery ; of which See Gill on Psalm 33:2 , "upon the harp with a solemn sound"; or "upon higgaon with the harp"; which "higgaon", Aben Ezra... read more

Adam Clarke

Adam Clarke's Commentary on the Bible - Psalms 92:3

Upon an instrument of ten strings - Eusebius, in his comment on this Psalm, says: Ψαλτηριον δε δεκαχορδον, ἡ του Ἁγιου Πνευματος δια των αισθητηριων πεντε μεν του σωματος, ισαριθμων δε της ψυχης δυναμεων, επιτελουμενη λατρεια· "The Psaltery of ten strings is the worship of the Holy Spirit, performed by means of the five senses of the body, and by the five powers of the soul." And, to confirm this interpretation, he quotes the apostle, 1 Corinthians 14:15 ; : "I will pray with the... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Psalms 92:1-8

Joyful worship. "Celebrates in joyful strain the greatness of God's works, and especially his righteous government of the world, as manifested in the overthrow of the wicked, and the prosperity and final triumph of the righteous." I. A GOOD MAN REJOICES IN THE RIGHTEOUS WORK OF GOD . ( Psalms 92:4 .) 1 . Because God ' s work is a work of loving kindness. ( Psalms 92:2 .) 2 . It is a work of faithfulness or truth. ( Psalms 92:2 .) He fulfils every... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Psalms 92:1-15

Metrically, the psalm seems to divide into three portions, the first and second of four verses each ( Psalms 92:1-4 , Psalms 92:5-8 ), the third of seven verses ( Psalms 92:9-15 ). read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Psalms 92:1-15

The eye salve of praise. In this psalm we have— I. THE SPIRIT OF GLADSOME PRAISE . ( Psalms 92:1-4 .) The writer had evidently tried what praise could do, and the result of his testing it was this joyful outburst of praise concerning praise. He tells of its essence—giving thanks; of its expression—singing; its object—the Lord; its seasons—morning and night; its aids—music of all kinds; its inspiration—the gladness that came to him through the works of the Lord. II. A ... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Psalms 92:3

Upon an instrument of ten strings, and upon the psaltery. Some think that only one instrument is intended here, and translate, "Upon an instrument of ten strings, even upon the psaltery" (or, "the lute"). (On the character of the psaltery, see the comment on Psalms 33:2 .) Upon the harp with a solemn sound. The reference is clearly to the public service of the temple, since in the private devotions of the faithful instruments were not likely to be used. read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Psalms 92:3

The sanctifying ministry of music. "Upon the harp with a solemn sound." There seem to have been trumpet blasts connected with the worship of Jehovah from the time of its orderly arrangement by Moses. But what may be called distinguishing music, the accompaniment of intelligent song, seems to have been introduced by David. The association of music and song with worship changed public worship from a ceremony to a service, from something done for men to something done by men. It made... read more

Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - Psalms 92:3

Upon an instrument of ten strings - The general idea in this verse is, that instruments “of all kinds” are to be employed in celebrating the praises of God. On the instrument here referred to, see the notes at Psalms 33:2.And upon the psaltery - Or “lyre.” See the notes at Isaiah 5:12. The word is there translated viol.Upon the harp with a solemn sound - Margin, upon the solemn sound with the harp.” Prof. Alexander renders this, “On meditation with a harp.” On the word rendered “harp,” see the... read more

Donald C. Fleming

Bridgeway Bible Commentary - Psalms 92:1-15

Psalms 92-93 God’s rule in an evil worldAccording to the title, Psalms 92:0 was for use on the Sabbath. God is pleased when people cease their ordinary work for a day in order to engage in worshipping him and proclaiming his love (92:1-4). As they meditate upon the nature of God, their thinking will be changed. They will see from God’s point of view and will understand things that are misunderstood by the ordinary person. They will see, for instance, that they need not puzzle over why the... read more

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