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Lion's Power, Hunter's Cunning
Commentators explain that the verse uses two distinct metaphors for the wicked: a lion and a hunter. The lion imagery highlights a sudden, powerful, and surprising attack from a hidden place. The hunter with a net emphasizes cunning, deception, and carefully laid traps. This shows that evil operates through both brute force and subtle scheming.
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Albert Barnes
On Psalms 10:9
18th Century
Theologian
He lieth in wait secretly - Margin, in the secret places. See the note at (Psalms 10:8). The object here is merely to i…
Charles Ellicott
On Psalms 10:9
19th Century
Bishop
(9) Lies in wait.—A confusion of metaphor. The wicked is first, the lion watching for his prey, and then the hunter snaring animal…
John Gill
On Psalms 10:9
17th Century
Pastor
He lieth in wait secretly as a lion
The first beast in (Revelation 13:2) ; is said to have a mouth like …
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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…