Charles Ellicott Commentary Psalms 103:4

"Who redeemeth thy life from destruction; Who crowneth thee with lovingkindness and tender mercies;" — Psalms 103:4 (ASV)

Destruction. —Rather, pit, or grave, as in Psalms 16:10.

Crowns. —A metaphor drawn from the common custom of wearing wreaths and garlands on festive occasions . Compare to Psalms 8:5.