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Which is as a bridegroom coming out of his chamber, Like a strong man rejoicing to run his course.
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Joy and Strength in Creation
Commentators explain that the verse uses two powerful images to describe the sun. It is like a "bridegroom," representing radiant joy, splendor, and cheerfulness. It is also like a "strong man," signifying vigorous power and eagerness to run its daily course. These metaphors paint a picture of God's creation operating not just with precision, but with vibrant, joyful energy.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
Which is as a bridegroom coming out of his chamber – That is, when he rises in the morning. He rises from the darkness of the night…
19th Century
Anglican
Which is. Better: and he is. The suddenness of the Eastern sunrise is finely caught in the image of the uplifted tent-cur…
Baptist
In them hath he set a tabernacle for the sun, which is as a bridegroom coming out of his chamber, and rejoiceth as a strong man to run a race. …
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17th Century
Reformed Baptist
Which is as a bridegroom coming out of his chamber His nuptial chamber, on which Elias writes F25 , "we c…
The heavens so declare the glory of God, and proclaim his wisdom, power, and goodness, that all ungodly men are left without excuse. They testify t…
13th Century
Catholic
1. Earlier, the psalmist gave thanks in many ways for the favors he had received and hoped for. Now he rises from considering these favors t…
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