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The Power of Thorough Confession
Scholars note the psalmist's threefold confession ('sinned,' 'committed iniquity,' 'done wickedly') is not mere repetition. It's an intentional, emphatic acknowledgment of the depth and severity of sin. Commentators like Calvin and Gill explain that this kind of thorough, heartfelt confession is necessary to move beyond superficial repentance, truly grasp our guilt, and open ourselves to God's mercy.
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Albert Barnes
On Psalms 106:6
18th Century
Theologian
We have sinned with our fathers—We have sinned as “they” did; we have followed their example. The illustration of the manner in whi…
Charles Ellicott
On Psalms 106:6
19th Century
Bishop
We. — We must recognize that the confession includes the speaker and his generation, as well as the ancestors of the nation. The p…
Charles Spurgeon
On Psalm 106:6–7
19th Century
Preacher
We have sinned with our fathers, we have committed iniquity, we have done wickedly. Our fathers understood not your wonders in Egypt;
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John Calvin
On Psalms 106:6
16th Century
Theologian
We have sinned with our fathers. It is quite plain from these words that although the prophet may have spoken in the person of one man, he…
John Gill
On Psalms 106:6
17th Century
Pastor
We have sinned with our fathers
Sinned in their first father Adam; derived a corrupt nature from their immediate anc…
Matthew Henry
On Psalms 106:6–12
17th Century
Minister
Here begins a confession of sin; for we must acknowledge that the Lord has done right, and we have done wickedly. We are encouraged to hope that, t…