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True "Righteous Sacrifices"
Commentators agree that "sacrifices of righteousness" means far more than just performing religious rituals. It refers to offerings made with a pure heart, right motives, and a repentant spirit. Scholars like Calvin and Gill explain this is a rebuke to hypocritical worship. True sacrifices can include prayers, praise, acts of charity, and a contrite heart—offerings that reflect a life aligned with God, not just outward ceremony.
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Albert Barnes
On Psalms 4:5
18th Century
Theologian
Offer the sacrifices of righteousness - Offer righteous sacrifices; that is, sacrifices prompted by right motives, and in accordanc…
Charles Ellicott
On Psalms 4:5
19th Century
Bishop
Sacrifices of righteousness. (Deuteronomy 33:19). The context in both places directs to the translation “right” or “du…
Charles Spurgeon
On Psalm 4:5
19th Century
Preacher
Offer the sacrifices of righteousness,
Bring your prayers, your praises. Present to God your hearts, your love, your trust.
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John Calvin
On Psalms 4:5
16th Century
Theologian
Sacrifice ye. Many are of the opinion that David exhorts his enemies to give some evidence of their repentance; and I certainly admit, tha…
John Gill
On Psalms 4:5
17th Century
Pastor
Offer the sacrifices of righteousness
Offer for sacrifice things righteously gotten, for the Lord hates robbery fo…
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 …