Psalm 4:8 NLT

Matthew Henry's Complete Commentary - Psalms 4:6-8

We have here, I. The foolish wish of worldly people: There be many that say, Who will show us any good? Who will make us to see good? What good they meant is intimated, Ps. 4:7. It was the increase of their corn and wine; all they desired was plenty of the wealth of this world, that they might enjoy abundance of the delights of sense. Thus far they are right, that they are desirous of good and solicitous about it; but there are these things amiss in this wish:?1. They enquire, in general, ?Who... read more

John Gill

John Gills Exposition of the Bible Commentary - Psalms 4:8

I will both lay me down in peace, and sleep ,.... Signifying, that he had such a calmness and serenity of mind, amidst all his troubles, that he could not only lay himself down in great peace, and much composure of mind, but sleep also, and that as soon as laid down almost; some lay themselves down, but cannot sleep, through the anxiety of their minds; but the psalmist could do both: or the word rendered "both" may he translated "together" F21 יחדו "simul", Musculus, Junius &... read more

Adam Clarke

Adam Clarke's Commentary on the Bible - Psalms 4:8

I will both lay me down in peace, and sleep - Most men lie down, and most sleep, daily, for without rest and steep life could not be preserved; but alas! how few lie down in peace! peace with their own consciences, and peace with God! David had then two great blessings, rest by sleep, and peace in his soul. He had a happy soul; and when he lay down on his bed, his body soon enjoyed its repose, as the conscience was in peace. And he had a third blessing, a confidence that he should sleep in... read more

John Calvin

John Calvin's Commentary on the Bible - Psalms 4:8

Verse 8 He concludes, by stating, that as he is protected by the power of God, he enjoys as much security and quiet as if he had been defended by all the garrisons on earth. Now, we know, that to be free from all fear, and from the torment and vexation of care, is a blessing to be desired above all other things. This verse, therefore, is a confirmation of the former sentence, intimating that David justly prefers the joy produced by the light of God’s fatherly love before all other objects for... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Psalms 4:1-8

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Psalms 4:1-8

An evening song in perilous times, showing us the secret of happiness. It is not difficult to be cheerful when we have everything we desire. But when life seems to be a series of catastrophes, disappointments, and vexations, buoyancy of spirit is not so easily attained. If our lives were in peril every moment through rebellion at home and plots and snares around, few of us would be found capable, under such circumstances, of writing morning and evening hymns. Yet such were the... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Psalms 4:1-8

Quieting thoughts for a time of trouble. It is a mark of man's greatness that he can go out of himself. Some commune with nature, some with the great minds of the past, some with prophets and teachers of their own time. But the grandest thing is to commune with God. The evening is a fit time. Then we have rest; then we can retire from the stress and turmoil of the world, and in the secrecy of our hearts hold converse with God. Here we have some quieting thoughts for a time of trouble. ... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Psalms 4:6-8

Three great things. I. THE QUESTION OF QUESTIONS . The feeling indicated is common. Amid disappointments and cares, evermore the cry is heard, "Who will show us any good?" II. THE PRAYER OF PRAYERS . Somewhere there must be help. Gain, pleasure, worldly honours, and such-like, give no satisfaction. But when we turn to God we find all we need. He is gracious and merciful. Light and joy and peace beam from his countenance. Here we have the gospel preached beforehand. ... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Psalms 4:6-8

The believer's ground of confidence. David now turns from admonishing his enemies to the ease of his companions in trouble, who saw no ground of hope in the visible aspect of things. I. THE DESPAIR OF UNBELIEF . "Who will show us any good?" No one can. 1. The grandest revelations are made to the mind , and not to the senses. The question, therefore, is beside the mark. God, Christ, immortality, justice, love, holiness, cannot be shown in visible material form. Christ... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Psalms 4:8

I will both lay me down in peace, and sleep (comp. Psalms 3:5 ). His confidence in God enables David to lay himself down calmly and tranquilly to sleep, whatever dangers threaten him. He seeks his couch, and at once ( יחדּו ) slumber visits him. No anxious thoughts keep him tossing on his bed for hours . For thou, Lord, only makest me dwell in safety . David has a satisfaction in thinking that it is God only who watches over him. All other help would be vain, superfluous. God alone... read more

Matthew Henry's Complete Commentary - Psalms 4:6-8

John Gills Exposition of the Bible Commentary - Psalms 4:8

Adam Clarke's Commentary on the Bible - Psalms 4:8

John Calvin's Commentary on the Bible - Psalms 4:8

The Pulpit Commentary - Psalms 4:1-8

The Pulpit Commentary - Psalms 4:1-8

The Pulpit Commentary - Psalms 4:1-8

The Pulpit Commentary - Psalms 4:6-8

The Pulpit Commentary - Psalms 4:6-8

The Pulpit Commentary - Psalms 4:8

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