Psalm 68:17-19 ASV

The Pulpit Commentary - Psalms 68:1-35

The psalm has been variously divided, but may best be considered as consisting of five portions: 1 . An introduction ( Psalms 68:1-6 ), in which God is praised on general grounds. 2 . Praise of God for his doings at Sinai and in the wilderness ( Psalms 68:7-10 ). 3 . Praise of God for the conquest of Canaan, and the series of victories terminating in the full establishment of David's rule ( Psalms 68:11-23 ). 4 . Praise of God in connection with his sanctuary ( ... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Psalms 68:1-35

The ark and Christ. It is said that "the testimony of [or, 'concerning'] Jesus is the spirit of prophecy" ( Revelation 19:10 ). This is specially true of this psalm, it might be called a song of the ark. As Moses spake of the setting forward and resting of the ark ( Numbers 10:35 , Numbers 10:36 ), so the psalmist sings of the glorious march of Messiah at the head of his Church—onward from victory to victory—to the final rest. We may bring out much of its spiritual significance by... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Psalms 68:11-23

From God's mercies to his people at Sinai and in the wilderness, the psalmist goes on to consider those connected with the conquest of Canaan, and the establishment of David's widespread rule. The passage is difficult and obscure, perhaps from its embodying fragments of the earlier Hebrew poetry. It is also full of curious transitions, and of ellipses which make the meaning doubtful. read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Psalms 68:17

The chariots of God are twenty thousand, even thousands of angels. Another abrupt transition. The psalmist sees God move from Sinai, where he had represented him as present in Psalms 68:8 , into the sanctuary of Mount Zion. He is, of course, accompanied by his angelic host. This is described as a host of chariots—twenty thousand in number, and "thousands of repetition"—or thousands multiplied by thousands, as Hengstenberg understands the phrase (comp. Daniel 7:10 ). The Lord (Jehovah) ... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Psalms 68:18

Thou hast ascended on high; i . e . ascended into the sanctuary, Mount Zion—gone up with the ark when it was transferred thither (see 2 Samuel 6:12-19 ; 1 Chronicles 15:11-28 ). Thou hast led captivity captive; i . e . thou hast made many captives—or enabled us to take many prisoners. Thou hast received gifts for men; rather, among men . Tribute from Israel's enemies is probably intended. Yea, for the rebellious also; literally, yea, rebels also ; i . e .... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Psalms 68:18

Consider The Ascension in three aspects. I. AS A FACT . "Thou hast ascended." What was shown in figure is now fulfilled. What was a faith is now a fact ( Acts 1:2-9 ; Ephesians 4:7 ). While there is much that is strange, there is nothing that is incredible. The marvellous thing was not Christ's ascent, but his descent. Believe in the Incarnation, and all beside, down to the glorious ascent from Olivet, becomes not only credible, but natural. II. AS A POWER . Christ... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Psalms 68:19

Blessed be the Lord, who daily loadeth us with benefits, even the God of our salvation; rather, blessed be the Lord day by day ; he will bear (our burden) for us, (he is) the God of our salvation . read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Psalms 68:19

God's gentleness. "Blessed be the Lord, who daily beareth our burden" (Revised Version). I. HERE IS A SWEET PICTURE OF GOD . It is sometimes said that the God of the Old Testament is a God stem and implacable, more to be feared than to be loved. This is to err. The picture here is very different. It is tender and winning. We see the Lord here stooping down in love, to help the weak, to relieve the weary, to bring deliverance to the oppressed. This is in accordance with his... read more

Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - Psalms 68:17

The chariots of God - The meaning of this verse is, that God is abundantly able to maintain his position on Mount Zion; to defend the place which he had selected as his abode. Though it has less natural strength than many other places have - though other hills and mountains, on account of their natural grandeur, may be represented as looking on this with contempt, as incapable of defense, yet he who has selected it is fully able to defend it. He is himself encompassed with armies and chariots... read more

Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - Psalms 68:18

Thou hast ascended on high - That is, Thou hast gone up to the high place; to thy throne; to thine abode. The idea is, that God had descended or come down from his dwelling-place in the case referred to in the psalm, and that having now secured a victory by vanquishing his foes, and having given deliverance to his people, he had now returned, or reascended to his seat. This may either mean his throne on earth, or his abode in heaven. It would seem most probable that the latter is the idea.Thou... read more

The Pulpit Commentary - Psalms 68:1-35

The Pulpit Commentary - Psalms 68:1-35

The Pulpit Commentary - Psalms 68:11-23

The Pulpit Commentary - Psalms 68:17

The Pulpit Commentary - Psalms 68:18

The Pulpit Commentary - Psalms 68:18

The Pulpit Commentary - Psalms 68:19

The Pulpit Commentary - Psalms 68:19

Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - Psalms 68:17

Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - Psalms 68:18

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