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The One Thing Needful
Commentators emphasize that David's desire to be in God's presence was his single, supreme priority, outweighing all other concerns like safety, family, or possessions. Scholars like Calvin and Henry frame this singular focus on communion with God as the "one thing needful" for a believer's life.
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Albert Barnes
On Psalms 27:4
18th Century
Theologian
One thing I have desired of the Lord - One main object; one thing that I have especially desired; one thing which has been the obje…
Charles Ellicott
On Psalms 27:4
19th Century
Bishop
To behold the beauty. —Literally, to see into the favour — that is, to meditate on the graciousness of God.
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Charles Spurgeon
On Psalm 27:4–5
19th Century
Preacher
To behold the beauty of the LORD, and to inquire in his temple. For in the time of trouble he shall hide me in his pavilion:
Will n…
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John Calvin
On Psalms 27:4
16th Century
Theologian
One thing have I desired. Some consider this a prophecy of the perpetuity of David’s kingdom, on which not only his own personal happiness…
John Gill
On Psalms 27:4
17th Century
Pastor
One [thing] I have desired of the Lord
Not to be returned to Saul's court; nor to his own house and family; nor to h…
Matthew Henry
On Psalms 27:1–6
17th Century
Minister
The Lord, who is the believer's light, is the strength of his life; not only by whom, but in whom he lives and moves. In God let us strengthen ours…