Psalms 8:4
What is man, that thou art mindful of him? and the son of man, that thou visitest him?
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Baptist theologian, 1697–1771
Gill's Exposition
What is man, that thou art mindful of him?.... That is, the psalmist, while he was considering the greatness and glory of the celestial bodies, thought this within himself, and so expressed it; which…
Presbyterian pastor, 1798–1870
Barnes' Notes
What is man - What claim has one so weak, and frail, and short-lived, to be remembered by time? What is there in man that entitles him to so much notice? Why has God conferred on him so signal honor?…
David here goes on to magnify the honour of God by recounting the honours he has put upon man, especially the man Christ Jesus. The condescensions of the divine grace call for our praises as much as…
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