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Obedience Requires Separation
Commentators unanimously agree that the psalmist's command for evildoers to "depart" is not born of spite, but of a practical desire to obey God. As John Calvin and Albert Barnes explain, close fellowship with those who disregard God's ways is a significant hindrance to a holy life. The psalmist recognizes that to faithfully "keep the commandments of my God," he must intentionally distance himself from corrupting influences.
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Albert Barnes
On Psalms 119:115
18th Century
Theologian
Depart from me, ye evil-doers — Workers of iniquity; bad men. See the notes at (Psalms 6:8). This indicates a determine…
Charles Ellicott
On Psalms 119:115
19th Century
Bishop
For. —Better, and. The presence of the wicked was a hindrance to religion. It is Israel trying to purify itself from the …
Charles Spurgeon
On Psalm 119:115
19th Century
Preacher
Depart from me, ye evildoers: for I will keep the commandments of my God.
If, by your evil example, you would lead me away from ser…
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John Calvin
On Psalms 119:115
16th Century
Theologian
Depart from me, ye wicked! Some explain this verse as if David declared that he would devote himself with more eagerness and greater earne…
John Gill
On Psalms 119:115
17th Century
Pastor
Depart from me, ye evildoers
The same with the evil thinkers, (Psalms 119:113) ; According to Aben Ezra,…
Matthew Henry
On Psalms 119:113–120
17th Century
Minister
There is a dread of the risings of sin, and its very first beginnings. The more we love the law of God, the more watchful we will be, lest vain tho…