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Psalms 21:7

Psalms 21:7
For the king trusteth in the LORD, and through the mercy of the most High he shall not be moved.

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Baptist theologian, 1697–1771

Gill's Exposition

For the King trusteth in the Lord,.... That is, the King Messiah, as the Targum paraphrases it; he trusted in the Lord for his support and sustenance as man, for assistance and help in his time of…

Presbyterian pastor, 1798–1870

Barnes' Notes

For the king - David, the author of the psalm. Trusteth in the Lord - All these blessings have resulted from his confiding in God, and looking to him for his favor and protection. And through the…

Nonconformist minister, 1662–1714

Matthew Henry

Psalms 21:7-13

The psalmist, having taught his people to look back with joy and praise on what God had done for him and them, here teaches them to look forward with faith, and hope, and prayer, upon what God would…

Academic commentary, 1882–1921

Cambridge Bible

The grounds of this blessing: on the king's side, trust; on God's side, lovingkindness (Psa 18:50). This verse forms the transition to the second division of the Psalm.