Verse 1
1. Hannah prayed As the lyric psalm of Habakkuk is called a prayer, (Habakkuk 3:1,) although its language is that of adoration and as some of David’s psalms, which are really songs of praise, are called prayers, (Psalms 72:20,) so this song of praise, in which Hannah pours out the strong feelings of her heart before God, is spoken of as an example of prayer. Adoration and praise are both, according to the Scriptures, legitimate parts of prayer.
My horn The horn is the weapon of those animals that bear it, and the symbol of strength, honour, and glory. See Deuteronomy 33:17; Psalms 75:4-5.
Exalted… in Jehovah For he is the source of all strength and joy. Psalms 92:10.
Opened… is my mouth over my enemies I can now exult and sing in triumph over the jeers of Peninnah, and all who, like her, were wont to vex me, for it is more honourable to have one son consecrated to the service of the tabernacle than many living in comparative obscurity. This honourable triumph is a manifestation of thy salvation, O Jehovah.
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