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The Source of True Peace
Commentators agree that this verse expresses a profound tranquility that comes directly from trusting in God. David isn't just hoping for peace; he possesses it. Despite external threats, his confidence in God's sovereign protection allows him to lie down and sleep soundly. This illustrates how faith in God is the ultimate source of inner peace, regardless of circumstances.
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Albert Barnes
On Psalms 4:8
18th Century
Theologian
I will both lay me down in peace, and sleep — The word “both” here means “at the same time;” that is, I will be in peace, and I wil…
Charles Ellicott
On Psalms 4:8
19th Century
Bishop
Both. —Better, and at once. So the Septuagint and Vulgate: “At the very moment.” (Isaiah 42:14.) This, too, i…
Charles Spurgeon
On Psalm 4:8
19th Century
Preacher
He who has Jehovah as his God is at home even when he is abroad; he is well guarded even when he has none upon earth to protect him, and he can go …
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John Calvin
On Psalms 4:8
16th Century
Theologian
He concludes by stating that, since he is protected by the power of God, he enjoys as much security and quiet as if he had been defended by all the…
John Gill
On Psalms 4:8
17th Century
Pastor
I will both lay me down in peace, and sleep Signifying, that he had such a calmness and serenity of mind, amidst all his …
Matthew Henry
On Psalms 4:6–8
17th Century
Minister
Worldly people seek good, but not the chief good; all they want is outward good, present good, partial good, good food, good drink, a good trade, a…