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God's Word is Your Defense
Commentators unanimously agree that the psalmist's ability to avoid sinful paths came not from his own strength, but directly "by the word of thy lips." Scholars like Albert Barnes and John Calvin explain that God's commands and promises provide the standard, the restraint, and the encouragement needed to navigate a world full of temptation and live a life that honors God.
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Albert Barnes
On Psalms 17:4
18th Century
Theologian
Concerning the works of men - Regarding the works or actions of men. The reference here is probably to the ordinary or common actions of hum…
Charles Ellicott
On Psalms 17:4
19th Century
Bishop
Concerning the works of men — that is, regarding the actions of men, or in ordinary human actions; for the expre…
Charles Spurgeon
On Psalm 17:4
19th Century
Preacher
Notice that verse, young man! There is much-needed teaching there for you. There are many paths of the destroyer in this wicked city of Lo…
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John Calvin
On Psalms 17:4
16th Century
Theologian
As for the works of men, by the word of thy lips. Interpreters explain this verse in different senses. Some thinking that the letter ב,
John Gill
On Psalms 17:4
17th Century
Pastor
Concerning the works of men
Of wicked men, as to what respects and concerns them, or in the midst of them; in the mid…
Matthew Henry
On Psalms 17:1–7
17th Century
Minister
This psalm is a prayer. Insincere prayers are fruitless; but if our hearts lead our prayers, God will meet them with His favor. The psalmist was ac…