Psalm 9:7-8 NIV

Matthew Henry's Complete Commentary - Psalms 9:1-10

The title of this psalm gives a very uncertain sound concerning the occasion of penning it. It is upon Muth-labben, which some make to refer to the death of Goliath, others of Nabal, others of Absalom; but I incline to think it signifies only some tone, or some musical instrument, to which this psalm was intended to be sung; and that the enemies David is here triumphing in the defeat of are the Philistines, and the other neighbouring nations that opposed his settlement in the throne, whom he... read more

John Gill

John Gills Exposition of the Bible Commentary - Psalms 9:7

But the Lord shall endure for ever ,.... When antichrist is entirely ruined, his cities destroyed, and the memorial of them perished, then "shall the Lord sit for ever" F7 ישב "sedebit", Montanus, Junius & Tremellius, Cocceius, Michaelis; so Ainsworth; "sedet", Vatablus, Musculus. , as the words may be rendered; that is, as a Jewish writer F8 R. Abraham Seba in Tzeror Hammor, fol. 150. 2. paraphrases them, in rest and quiet. The words may be expressive of the... read more

John Gill

John Gills Exposition of the Bible Commentary - Psalms 9:8

And he shall judge the world in righteousness ,.... The word תבל , rendered "world", is, as Ben Melech well observes, a general name for all the countries of the habitable world; and so shows that it is the universal judgment that is here spoken of; and which will be carried on and finished with the utmost righteousness, and according to the strictest rules of justice and equity; and is therefore called the righteous judgment of God, Romans 2:5 ; see Psalm 96:13 ; he shall minister... read more

Adam Clarke

Adam Clarke's Commentary on the Bible - Psalms 9:7

But the Lord shall endure - All things shall have an end but God and holy spirits. read more

Adam Clarke

Adam Clarke's Commentary on the Bible - Psalms 9:8

He shall judpe the world in righteousness - All the dispensations of God's providence are founded in righteousness and truth. read more

John Calvin

John Calvin's Commentary on the Bible - Psalms 9:8

Verse 8 8.And he shall judge the world in righteousness. As David has just now testified, that the power of God is not inactive, so that he dwells in heaven only indulging himself in pleasures; but that it is a constantly operating power which he exercises in preserving his authority, and governing the world in righteousness and equity; so in this verse he adds the use of this doctrine, which is this, that the power of God is not shut up in heaven, but manifests itself in succouring men. The... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Psalms 9:1-20

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Psalms 9:1-20

Praise for the destroyer's destruction. The title of this psalm is obscure. Its archaisms cannot now be satisfactorily explained. And even a reference to the most learned expositors may possibly only increase the confusion. £ The title, indeed, is very suggestive. It reads, "Upon the death of Labben." Walford regards "Muth-labben" as the name of a musical instrument. For this we can find no warrant. The word muth , which is equivalent to "death," seems to put us on a line of thought... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Psalms 9:7

But the Lord shall endure for ever ; rather, but the Lord is seated ( i.e. upon his throne)for ever. Cities and nations perish, but Jehovah remains a King for evermore. While all is change and disturbance upon earth, the unchanged and unchangeable Eternal One continues constantly seated, in serene majesty, in heaven. He hath prepared (or rather, established ) his throne for judgment (compare the second clause of per. 4). read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Psalms 9:7-12

A righteous God. Experience is the great teacher; and especially as to our knowledge of the Divine nature. From what God has done ( Psalms 9:3-6 ) we are able to learn what he is , viz. righteous, and a Helper of the oppressed. I. GOD 'S RULE IS A CONTINUAL EXERCISE OF JUDGMENT . ( Psalms 9:7-9 .) 1 . This seals the doom of the unrighteous. It will destroy them and their works ( Psalms 9:5 , Psalms 9:6 ). 2 . This secures the safety and the... read more

Matthew Henry's Complete Commentary - Psalms 9:1-10

John Gills Exposition of the Bible Commentary - Psalms 9:7

John Gills Exposition of the Bible Commentary - Psalms 9:8

Adam Clarke's Commentary on the Bible - Psalms 9:7

Adam Clarke's Commentary on the Bible - Psalms 9:8

John Calvin's Commentary on the Bible - Psalms 9:8

The Pulpit Commentary - Psalms 9:1-20

The Pulpit Commentary - Psalms 9:1-20

The Pulpit Commentary - Psalms 9:7

The Pulpit Commentary - Psalms 9:7-12

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