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Broken Power vs. Divine Support
Commentators explain that the "arms of the wicked" symbolize their power, plans, and resources. The verse promises that this self-reliant strength will ultimately fail and be "broken." In stark contrast, the righteous are "upheld" by the Lord. Their security and success come not from their own abilities but from God's sustaining power.
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Albert Barnes
On Psalms 37:17
18th Century
Theologian
For the arms of the wicked shall be broken—See the notes at Psalms 10:15. The “arm” is the instrument by which we…
Charles Ellicott
On Psalms 37:17
19th Century
Bishop
The arms — that is, of the body, not the sword and bow mentioned above. In contrast, the arms of Jehovah are under the ri…
Charles Spurgeon
On Psalm 37:13–18
19th Century
Preacher
The Lord shall laugh at him, for he sees that his day is coming. The wicked have drawn out the sword and have bent their bow, to cast down the …
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John Gill
On Psalms 37:17
17th Century
Pastor
For the arms of the wicked shall be broken
That is, their sword arm, with which they have drawn it; and so shall not…
Matthew Henry
On Psalms 37:7–20
17th Century
Minister
Let us be satisfied that God will make all things work for our good. Let us not disturb ourselves at what we see in this world. A fretful, disconte…