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All the day long he deals graciously, and lends. His seed is blessed.

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A Life of Consistent Generosity

Commentators emphasize that the righteousness described here is not about occasional good deeds, but a constant character of being "merciful and lending." Albert Barnes notes this is what the person is known for. This generosity is a defining mark of someone who trusts in God's provision, demonstrating kindness "all the day long."

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Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes

On Psalms 37:26

18th Century

Theologian

He is always merciful - Margin, as in Hebrew, “all the day.” That is, it is his character; he is constantly in the habit of showing kindness…

Charles Spurgeon

Charles Spurgeon

On Psalm 37:26–27

19th Century

Preacher

He is ever merciful, and lendeth; and his seed is blessed.

Depart from evil,

Do not remain near it, do not even l…

John Calvin

John Calvin

On Psalms 37:26

16th Century

Theologian

He is daily merciful. The Psalmist here repeats what he had already said: that the grace of God is a fountain of all blessings that can ne…

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John Gill

John Gill

On Psalms 37:26

17th Century

Pastor

[He is] ever merciful, and lends
He sympathizes with the poor in distress, and shows mercy to miserable objects; not…

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On Psalms 37:21–33

17th Century

Minister

The Lord our God requires that we act justly and give everyone what they are owed. It is a great sin for those who are able to deny the payment of …