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A Just Recompense
Commentators explain that the "reward" mentioned is not a prize but a just payment or wage for evil deeds. The psalmist is summarizing his previous prayers (vv. 6-19), asking that God enact divine justice upon his adversaries. This is presented as the deserved outcome for those who maliciously attack God's servant.
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Albert Barnes
On Psalms 109:20
18th Century
Theologian
Let this be the reward of mine adversaries from the Lord,... - The word rendered “reward” usually means work, labor, occupation, or…
Charles Ellicott
On Psalms 109:20
19th Century
Bishop
Reward. —Either “work” or “wages.” The Septuagint and Vulgate take it in the former sense, This is their work who, etc.
John Calvin
On Psalms 109:20
16th Century
Theologian
Let this be the work from Jehovah. That is, let the gain or reward of the work be from God. In pointing out the work as proceeding immedia…
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John Gill
On Psalms 109:20
17th Century
Pastor
Let this be the reward of mine adversaries from the Lord
Who were so many Satans, as the word used signifies; and Ju…
Matthew Henry
On Psalms 109:6–20
17th Century
Minister
The Lord Jesus may speak here as a Judge, denouncing sentence on some of His enemies to warn others. When men reject the salvation of Christ, even …