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Psalms 26:3

Psalms 26:3
For thy lovingkindness is before mine eyes: and I have walked in thy truth.

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Baptist theologian, 1697–1771

Gill's Exposition

For thy lovingkindness is before mine eyes,.... The special lovingkindness of God, shown in the choice of him in Christ, in the provision of a Saviour for him, and in the effectual calling of him;…

Presbyterian pastor, 1798–1870

Barnes' Notes

For thy loving-kindness is before mine eyes - Thy favor or friendship is constantly before me, in the sense that it is the object of my desire. I wish to secure it; I long to know whether I have…

Nonconformist minister, 1662–1714

Matthew Henry

Psalms 26:1-5

It is probable that David penned this psalm when he was persecuted by Saul and his party, who, to give some colour to their unjust rage, represented him as a very bad man, and falsely accused him of…

Academic commentary, 1882–1921

Cambridge Bible

The ground of the prayers in Psa 26:1-2. He can pray for a favourable judgement, and submit himself to this scrutiny, because he knows God's lovingkindness and faithfulness. They are the object of his…