Their veins—that is, their heart. The reins were regarded by the Jews as the seat of the affections.

You have planted them. —The words express, of course, the questioning distrust of the prophet. The wicked flourish, so th…

When the happiness of the wicked disturbs our minds, two false thoughts occur to us—either that this world is ruled by chance and not governe…

You have planted them
In the land of Canaan, fixed the bounds of their habitation, given them a firm and comfortable…

When we are most in the dark concerning God's dealings, we must maintain right thoughts of God, believing that He never committed the slightest wro…

1. Here, the prophet discu es the justice of the one who punishes. First, the prophet's argument is considered. Second, the Lord’s response …