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Psalms 17:4

Psalms 17:4
Concerning the works of men, by the word of thy lips I have kept me from the paths of the destroyer.

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Baptist theologian, 1697–1771

Gill's Exposition

Concerning the works of men,.... Of wicked men, as to what respects and concerns them, or in the midst of them; in the midst of a wicked generation of men, and their filthy conversation; who appear to…

Presbyterian pastor, 1798–1870

Barnes' Notes

Concerning the works of men - In respect to the works or doings of men. The reference is here probably to the ordinary or common doings of mankind, or to what generally characterizes the conduct of…

Nonconformist minister, 1662–1714

Matthew Henry

Psalms 17:1-7

This psalm is a prayer. As there is a time to weep and a time to rejoice, so there is a time for praise and a time for prayer. David was now persecuted, probably by Saul, who hunted him like a…

Academic commentary, 1882–1921

Cambridge Bible

As for the works of men, by the word of thy lips

I have shunned the paths of the violent.

In regard to his behaviour as a man among men, he has obeyed the Divine precepts, and marked and shunned the…