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Psalms 25:8

Psalms 25:8
Good and upright is the LORD: therefore will he teach sinners in the way.

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Baptist theologian, 1697–1771

Gill's Exposition

Good and upright is the Lord,.... He is essentially, originally, and independently good of himself in his own nature, and he is providentially good to all his creatures; and he is in a way of special…

Presbyterian pastor, 1798–1870

Barnes' Notes

Good and upright is the Lord - His character is benevolent, and he is worthy of confidence. He is not merely “good,” but he is equal and just in his dealings with people. This latter attribute is no…

Nonconformist minister, 1662–1714

Matthew Henry

Psalms 25:8-14

God's promises are here mixed with David's prayers. Many petitions there were in the former part of the psalm, and many we shall find in the latter; and here, in the middle of the psalm, he meditates…

Academic commentary, 1882–1921

Cambridge Bible

Psalms 25:8-14

The Psalmist's petitions are grounded upon the revealed character of Jehovah.