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A Constant, Focused Gaze
Commentators explain that keeping one's "eyes... toward Jehovah" signifies a habitual state of mind. It is a constant, dependent focus on God alone for guidance. As John Calvin notes, the word "eyes" can represent all of a person's affections, showing a complete and exclusive reliance on God, rather than looking around for other solutions.
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Albert Barnes
On Psalms 25:15
18th Century
Theologian
Mine eyes are ever toward the Lord - This is an indication of the habitual state of mind of the psalmist. He had said that God woul…
Charles Spurgeon
On Psalm 25:14–15
19th Century
Preacher
When they get into it, he will pluck them out of it. When Satan seems to cast a net over me, God will come and pull me out. There is force in that …
John Calvin
On Psalms 25:15
16th Century
Theologian
Mine eyes are continually towards Jehovah. David here speaks of his own faith and its perseverance, not in the way of boasting, but to enc…
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John Gill
On Psalms 25:15
17th Century
Pastor
Mine eyes [are] ever towards the Lord
Not only as the God of nature and providence, for his daily support and supply…
Matthew Henry
On Psalms 25:15–22
17th Century
Minister
The psalmist concludes, as he began, by expressing dependence on God and desire toward him. It is good so to hope, and quietly to wait for the salv…