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A Bold Confrontation
Commentators observe that after praying to God, David directly confronts his powerful enemies, whom he calls 'sons of men.' He isn't just lamenting; he is actively challenging their attempts to turn his God-given honor ('glory') into public shame. This models a faith that, rooted in prayer, can confidently stand against injustice.
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Albert Barnes
On Psalms 4:2
18th Century
Theologian
O you sons of men - Turning from God to men; from Him in whom he hoped for protection to those who were engaged in persecuting him. We are n…
Charles Ellicott
On Psalms 4:2
19th Century
Bishop
Sons of men. —A literal rendering of a Hebrew phrase generally interpreted as “men of high degree.” Luther translates “gentlemen” …
Charles Spurgeon
On Psalm 4:2
19th Century
Preacher
O ye sons of men, how long will ye turn my glory into shame?
How long will you slander me, how long will you slander God, how long w…
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John Calvin
On Psalms 4:2
16th Century
Theologian
O you sons of men. The happy result of David's prayer was that, regaining courage, he was able not only to repel the fury of his enemies b…
John Gill
On Psalms 4:2
17th Century
Pastor
O you sons of men
Meaning great men, the nobles of Israel; and so the Jewish interpreters F11 generally e…
Matthew Henry
On Psalms 4:1–5
17th Century
Minister
Hear me for your mercy's sake, is our best plea. He who will not ask for such blessings as pardon, justifying righteousness, and eternal life must …