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Psalms 119:148

Psalms 119:148
Mine eyes prevent the night watches, that I might meditate in thy word.

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Baptist theologian, 1697–1771

Gill's Exposition

Concerning thy testimonies, I have known of old,.... Or, "from thy testimonies, I have known of old" (d): by carefully reading the Scriptures which testify of God, his mind an will, and frequently…

Presbyterian pastor, 1798–1870

Barnes' Notes

Mine eyes prevent the night watches - Luther renders this, “I wake up early.” The Hebrew word means a “watch” - a part of the night, so called from military watches, or a dividing of the night to…

Nonconformist minister, 1662–1714

Matthew Henry

Psalms 119:147-148

David goes on here to relate how he had abounded in the duty of prayer, much to his comfort and advantage: he cried unto God, that is, offered up to him his pious and devout affections with all…

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