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A Humble Cry for Access
The psalmist's 'cry' signifies an earnest and desperate prayer. Commentators explain that the plea for it to 'come near' reflects a deep awareness of human unworthiness and the spiritual distance sin creates. It is a humble request for God to overcome these barriers and grant a hearing, an access that Christians understand is ultimately secured through Christ.
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Albert Barnes
On Psalms 119:169
18th Century
Theologian
Let my cry come near before thee, O Lord - This commences a new division of the psalm, indicated by the last letter of the Hebrew a…
Charles Spurgeon
On Psalm 119:167–174
19th Century
Preacher
My soul hath kept thy testimonies; and I love them exceedingly. I have kept thy precepts and thy testimonies: for all my ways are before thee. …
John Calvin
On Psalms 119:169
16th Century
Theologian
Let my cry come near into your presence. The Psalmist repeats the same sentiment that we have already noticed: his chief desire, and what …
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John Gill
On Psalms 119:169
17th Century
Pastor
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Matthew Henry
On Psalms 119:169–176
17th Century
Minister
The psalmist desired grace and strength to lift up his prayers, and that the Lord would receive and notice them. He desired to know more of God in …