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The Withering of God's Foes
Commentators explain that the phrase 'fade away' uses a powerful agricultural metaphor. It literally means to 'wither' or 'wilt' like a plant or flower before a scorching blast. This imagery emphasizes the complete and total loss of power and vitality for the king's enemies, signifying an absolute victory granted by God.
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Albert Barnes
On Psalms 18:45
18th Century
Theologian
The strangers shall fade away - Hebrew, “The sons of the stranger.” That is, foreigners. The word translated “fade away”—נבל
Charles Ellicott
On Psalms 18:45
19th Century
Bishop
Fade away — that is, wither like vegetation before a scorching blast.
Be afraid out of their close places. …
Charles Spurgeon
On Psalm 18:38–45
19th Century
Preacher
So it happened that the Philistines were afraid of David, and he delivered his people from the attacks of all invaders, and brought them that bless…
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John Gill
On Psalms 18:45
17th Century
Pastor
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Matthew Henry
On Psalms 18:29–50
17th Century
Minister
When we praise God for one mercy, we must also observe the many more with which we have been encompassed all our days. Many things had contributed …