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A Portrait of 'Shalom'
Commentators agree that this verse paints a picture of 'shalom'—a comprehensive peace and prosperity. This includes security from external threats ('no breaking in' by enemies) and internal harmony ('no outcry in our streets'). John Calvin notes this demonstrates God's fatherly care, extending to every detail of His people's well-being, ensuring they can enjoy His blessings in quiet and safety.
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Albert Barnes
On Psalms 144:14
18th Century
Theologian
That our oxen may be strong to labour - Margin, “able to bear burdens;” or, “laden with flesh.” The Hebrew is simply loaded or lade…
Charles Ellicott
On Psalms 144:14
19th Century
Bishop
This verse is full of obscurities. The words rendered "oxen, strong to labour," can hardly bear this meaning with the present pointing, since the p…
Charles Spurgeon
On Psalm 144:14
19th Century
Preacher
That there be no breaking in, nor going out;
That there be no wolves to destroy by breaking in; and that there be no sheep to suffer…
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John Calvin
On Psalms 144:14
16th Century
Theologian
Our oxen, etc. The Hebrew word סבל, sabal, properly means to carry. Accordingly, some understand מסובלים, mesubbalim…
John Gill
On Psalms 144:14
17th Century
Pastor
[That] our oxen [may be] strong to labour
To draw carriages, to plough with, and to tread out the corn: or "may be b…
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 …