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Judgment is Certain and Sudden
Commentators agree that this verse is a firm promise that God's judgment on evil, though sometimes delayed, is certain. John Calvin notes the imagery of 'rain' suggests judgment can come suddenly and unexpectedly, especially when the wicked feel most secure. This truth is meant to strengthen the faith of believers who are tempted to despair when they see evil prosper.
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Albert Barnes
On Psalms 11:6
18th Century
Theologian
Upon the wicked — Upon all the wicked.
He will rain — He will pour down as in a furious tempest.
Snares — It see…
Charles Ellicott
On Psalms 11:6
19th Century
Bishop
Rain snares. —Or nooses. (Compare to 1 Corinthians 7:35.) This is certainly an extraordinary figure, and vari…
John Calvin
On Psalms 11:6
16th Century
Theologian
He will rain upon the ungodly. David now, finally, lays it down as a certain truth that although God, for a time, may be still and delay H…
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John Gill
On Psalms 11:6
17th Century
Pastor
Upon the wicked
The wicked one, the man of sin, antichrist, and upon all that worship the beast and his image, on al…
Matthew Henry
On Psalms 11:1–7
17th Century
Minister
Those who truly fear God and serve him are welcome to put their trust in him. The psalmist, before he gives an account of his temptation to distrus…