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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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18th Century
Presbyterian
He has said in his heart - The phrase, “he has said,” means that this was his deliberate and settled character. What is here descri…
19th Century
Anglican
I shall not. —The meaning of the verse is clear, but the construction is involved. Literally, I shall not be moved from genera…
16th Century
Protestant
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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17th Century
Reformed Baptist
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…
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…
13th Century
Catholic
1. Here, he describes the progress of the wicked.
First, he describes the cause of their wickedness. Second, he describes their wicked…
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