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He says in his heart, "I shall not be shaken; For generations I shall have no trouble."

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The Delusion of Self-Reliance

Commentators explain that this verse reveals the inner thoughts of the wicked: a settled, arrogant belief in their own invincibility. They trust in their own plans and power, convincing themselves they are secure from all adversity for all time. Scholars like Albert Barnes note this is a classic sign of pride and a practical atheism of the heart, a delusion that God will ultimately shatter.

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Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes

On Psalms 10:6

18th Century

Theologian

He has said in his heart - The phrase, “he has said,” means that this was his deliberate and settled character. What is here descri…

Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

On Psalms 10:6

19th Century

Bishop

I shall not. —The meaning of the verse is clear, but the construction is involved. Literally, I shall not be moved from genera…

John Calvin

John Calvin

On Psalms 10:5–6

16th Century

Theologian

There is a great diversity of opinion among interpreters regarding the first part of this verse. The translators of the Septuagint version, thinkin…

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John Gill

John Gill

On Psalms 10:6

17th Century

Pastor

He has said in his heart
To and within himself, he thought in his own mind; for the thought is the word or speech of…

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On Psalms 10:1–11

17th Century

Minister

God's withdrawals are very grievous to His people, especially in times of trouble. We stand far off from God by our unbelief, and then complain tha…