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An Infinite Separation
Commentators emphasize that the phrase 'as far as the east is from the west' illustrates the most complete removal of sin imaginable. It's not a temporary pardon but an infinite and permanent separation. Scholars like Albert Barnes note this imagery means our sins are so far removed they can no longer affect our standing with God, as if they were never committed at all.
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Albert Barnes
On Psalms 103:12
18th Century
Theologian
As far as the east is from the west - As far as possible; as far as we can imagine. These are the points in our understanding most distant f…
Charles Spurgeon
On Psalm 103:10–12
19th Century
Preacher
Nor rewarded us according to our iniquities. For as the heaven is high above the earth, so great is his mercy toward them that fear him. As far…
John Gill
On Psalms 103:12
17th Century
Pastor
As far as the east is from the west
Which Kimchi thinks is mentioned because it contains the length of the habitable…
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Matthew Henry
On Psalms 103:6–14
17th Century
Minister
Truly God is good to all: He is in a special way good to Israel. He has revealed Himself and His grace to them. By His ways we may understand His p…