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God's Sovereignty Over Leaders
Commentators emphasize that this verse proclaims God's ultimate authority over all earthly powers. Even the most powerful figures, like kings with their armies, are completely dependent on God for salvation and victory. As Albert Barnes notes, a king is no more capable of saving himself than any other person, reminding believers that all authority and deliverance come from God alone.
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Albert Barnes
On Psalms 144:10
18th Century
Theologian
It is he that giveth salvation unto kings - Margin, “Victory.” The Hebrew word means “salvation,” but it is used here in the sense …
Charles Ellicott
On Psalms 144:10
19th Century
Bishop
David his servant— See Psalms 18:50.
Charles Spurgeon
On Psalm 144:9–11
19th Century
Preacher
You see, good men sometimes repeat their prayers; they present the same petition over again, and they thus follow the example of Christ, who prayed…
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John Gill
On Psalms 144:10
17th Century
Pastor
[It is he] that gives salvation to kings
Which is the reason of singing the new song to the Lord, or this is the mat…
Matthew Henry
On Psalms 144:9–15
17th Century
Minister
Fresh favors call for fresh returns of thanks; we must praise God for the mercies we hope for by His promise, as well as those we have received by …