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Psalms 140:13

Psalms 140:13
Surely the righteous shall give thanks unto thy name: the upright shall dwell in thy presence.

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Baptist theologian, 1697–1771

Gill's Exposition

Surely the righteous shall give thanks unto thy name,.... The same with the poor and the afflicted; who, though traduced by men, and evil spoken of and ill used by them, are righteous in the sight of…

Presbyterian pastor, 1798–1870

Barnes' Notes

Surely the righteous shall give thanks unto thy name - Unto thee. (1) they will have occasion to do it; (2) they will be disposed to do it. They will not be unmindful of the favors conferred upon…

Nonconformist minister, 1662–1714

Matthew Henry

Psalms 140:8-13

Here is the believing foresight David had,

I. Of the shame and confusion of persecutors.

1. Their disappointment. This he prays for (Psa 140:8), that their lusts might not be gratified, their lust of…

Academic commentary, 1882–1921

Cambridge Bible

Surely The particle "akexpresses the thought, Nay but after all; in spite of present trials.

shall dwell in thy presence In the land where Jehovah's Presence is especially manifested. Cp. Psa 102:28.…