Charles Ellicott Commentary Psalms 146:7

Charles Ellicott Commentary

Psalms 146:7

1819–1905
Anglican
Charles Ellicott
Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott Commentary

Psalms 146:7

1819–1905
Anglican
SCRIPTURE

"Who executeth justice for the oppressed; Who giveth food to the hungry. Jehovah looseth the prisoners;" — Psalms 146:7 (ASV)

Compare Psalms 103:6; Psalms 104:27; Psalms 107:9; Psalms 136:25; Isaiah 55:1.

What follows are five lines, each beginning with the Divine name, and each consisting of three words, the rhythm prominent in the book of Job.