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A Prophecy of Christ's Suffering
Commentators like John Gill and Albert Barnes see this verse as a powerful prophecy of Jesus Christ. Jesus performed good works and miracles and showed immense love for humanity, yet he was rewarded with betrayal, evil, and hatred. This perspective helps Christians understand the psalmist's suffering as part of a larger redemptive story.
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Albert Barnes
On Psalms 109:5
18th Century
Theologian
And they have rewarded me evil for good - literally, “They have placed against me.” They have put it in my way; it is what they had…
John Calvin
On Psalms 109:5
16th Century
Theologian
But I gave myself to prayer Some are of the opinion that these words refer to David’s pouring out a prayer for his enemies at the very mom…
John Gill
On Psalms 109:5
17th Century
Pastor
And they have rewarded me evil for good
For the good words and sound doctrine he delivered to them; for the good wor…
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Matthew Henry
On Psalms 109:1–5
17th Century
Minister
It is the unspeakable comfort of all believers, that whoever is against them, God is for them; and to Him they may apply as to one who is pleased t…