Psalm 26:11

Matthew Henry's Complete Commentary - Psalms 26:6-12

In these verses, I. David mentions, as further evidence of his integrity, the sincere affection he had to the ordinances of God, the constant care he took about them, and the pleasure he took in them. Hypocrites and dissemblers may indeed be found attending on God's ordinances, as the proud Pharisee went up to the temple to pray with the penitent publican; but it is a good sign of sincerity if we attend upon them as David here tells us he did, Ps. 26:6-8. 1. He was very careful and... read more

John Gill

John Gills Exposition of the Bible Commentary - Psalms 26:11

But as for me, I will walk in mine integrity ,.... In which he had hitherto walked, Psalm 26:1 ; or it may express his faith, that after he was gathered by death he should walk in uprightness and righteousness, in purity and perfection, with Christ in white, and behold the face of God in righteousness; see Isaiah 57:1 ; redeem me ; from the vain conversation of the wicked, from all troubles, and out of the hands of all enemies; and be merciful unto me ; who was now in distress,... read more

Adam Clarke

Adam Clarke's Commentary on the Bible - Psalms 26:11

But as for me, I will walk in mine integrity - Whatever I may have to do with public affairs, shall be done with the strictest attention to truth, justice, and mercy. Redeem me - From all snares and plots laid against my life and my soul. And be merciful unto me - I deserve no good, but thou art merciful; deal with me ever in thy mercy. read more

John Calvin

John Calvin's Commentary on the Bible - Psalms 26:11

Verse 11 11.But I will walk in mine integrity. In this repetition there is to be remarked a circumstance which more clearly illustrates David’s righteousness; namely, that, in the midst of so many temptations, he steadily held on his way. He saw many become suddenly rich by gifts, as we still see those who sit at the helm of affairs accumulating to themselves, in a very brief space, a great abundance of wealth, building sumptuous palaces, and extending their lands far and wide. As no... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Psalms 26:1-12

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Psalms 26:1-12

Assailed integrity's final appeal £ It seems evident that this psalm was written by some Old Testament saint who was surrounded by ungodly men, by whom he was assailed, reproached, and slandered. From them he appeals to God. By the heading of the psalm we are pointed to David as the author. And there is no reason for questioning that. Mr. Fausset, in his most suggestive book, 'Horae Psalmicae,' working along the line of "undesigned coincidences," remarks, "Another feature of undesigned... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Psalms 26:1-12

Integrity. All through the Scriptures "integrity" is commended. It is a characteristic of the saints. Whatever else they are, they must be men of integrity. This does not mean that they are morally perfect, or that they have any ground for trusting in their own righteousness; but it means that they have an "honest and good heart." Whatever may have been their past life, or however much of imperfection may still cleave to them, they are conscious of a pure intent, a firm and steadfast... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Psalms 26:1-12

The oppressed righteous man. It is impossible to say on what occasion the psalm was composed, or from what kind of trouble it prays to be delivered. The theme is—Only he who can say with truth, " I have walked in integrity, and I have trusted in the Lord," may depend upon Divine aid in trouble; but we may do so with full confidence. In the first verse the whole psalm is summed up. I. A PRAYER FOR HELP IN TROUBLE . "Judge me," equivalent to " vindicate my rights and rescue... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Psalms 26:11

But as for me, I will walk in mine integrity ; i.e. I will continue to walk as I have walked hitherto (see Psalms 26:1 )—I will be " integer vitae scelerisque purus "—a brave and good resolve. Had he but kept to it! Redeem me, and be merciful unto me (compare the comment on Psalms 26:1 ). Though hitherto he has walked innocently, and is resolved still to continue to walk innocently; he nevertheless feels that he has need of redeeming mercy. Though he "knows nothing by himself, yet... read more

Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - Psalms 26:11

But as for me - The Hebrew is, “and I.” But there is evidently a contrast between what he purposed to do, and the course of life pursued by those to whom he had just referred; and this is correctly expressed in our translation, “But as for me.” It is a statement of his profession of piety, and of his purpose to lead a religious life. He “meant” - he solemnly “purposed” - to lead a holy life.I will walk - I will live a life of integrity. See the notes at Psalms 1:1.In mine integrity - Hebrew, in... read more

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