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Psalms 113:7

Psalms 113:7
He raiseth up the poor out of the dust, and lifteth the needy out of the dunghill;

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Baptist theologian, 1697–1771

Gill's Exposition

That he may set him with princes,.... As all the saints are by birth, being the sons of God, the King of kings; born of him, and not of the will of man; and are of a princely spirit, have a free…

Presbyterian pastor, 1798–1870

Barnes' Notes

He raiseth up the poor out of the dust - From the most humble condition in life. He exalts them to conditions of wealth, rank, honor. He has power to do this; he actually does it. This is not intended…

Nonconformist minister, 1662–1714

Matthew Henry

Psalms 113:1-9

In this psalm,

I. We are extorted to give glory to God, to give him the glory due to his name.

1. The invitation is very pressing: praise you the Lord, and again and again, Praise him, praise him;…