Psalms 112:9 - Exposition

He hath dispersed, he hath given to the poor . There is no virtue in mere "dispersing," since spendthrifts" disperse" even more lavishly than virtuous men. The only laudable "dispersing" is that which has for its object the relief of distress, and which is wisely directed to that object. His righteousness endureth forever (see the comment on Psalms 112:3 ). His horn shall be exalted with honor . The esteem of men, on the whole, follows upon goodness, and the righteous obtain more honor than others.