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A Leader's Public Vow
Commentators widely agree that this verse is King David's public declaration of his governing philosophy. He vows to build his reign on the twin pillars of mercy and justice. Scholars like Calvin and Barnes note this isn't just a song, but a solemn commitment for how he will rule, making it a powerful model for anyone in a position of leadership, whether in a nation or a home.
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Albert Barnes
On Psalms 101:1
18th Century
Theologian
I will sing of mercy and judgment - That is, in the psalm which he was about to compose, he would make these the burden of his song…
Charles Ellicott
On Psalms 101:1
19th Century
Bishop
Mercy and judgment — or, as some render, grace and right — are the especially requisite attributes of a good monarch, or …
Charles Spurgeon
On Psalm 101:1
19th Century
Preacher
I will sing –
That is right, David. In Psalm 100, he had exhorted other people to sing; now, in Psalm 101, he declares what he hims…
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John Calvin
On Psalms 101:1
16th Century
Theologian
I will sing of mercy and of judgment—what David here says about singing must be understood by the reader as indicating that this psalm con…
John Gill
On Psalms 101:1
17th Century
Pastor
I will sing of mercy and judgment
Either of mercy and justice, exercised by him towards his people, which he resolve…
Matthew Henry
On Psalms 101:1–8
17th Century
Minister
In this psalm, David declares how he intended to regulate his household and govern his kingdom, so that he might stop wickedness and encourage godl…