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Who Are "The Poor"?
Commentators explain that the Hebrew word for "poor" refers not just to financial lack but to anyone who is weak, helpless, sick, or afflicted. The blessing is for those who show care and sympathy to anyone in a vulnerable state, recognizing their need for support.
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Albert Barnes
On Psalms 41:1
18th Century
Theologian
Blessed is he - See the notes at (Psalms 1:1). Literally, “Oh the blessings of him who considers the poor.” The object …
Charles Ellicott
On Psalms 41:1
19th Century
Bishop
Blessed is he. —This general statement of the great law of sympathy and benevolence—fine and noble however we take it—may…
Charles Spurgeon
On Psalm 41:1
19th Century
Preacher
David delivered others, and God will deliver him. When he is poor and needy, God will think upon him, even as he considered the poor and the needy …
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John Calvin
On Psalms 41:1
16th Century
Theologian
Blessed is he that judgeth wisely of the poor. Interpreters generally believe that the exercise of kindness and compassion, shown in carin…
John Gill
On Psalms 41:1
17th Century
Pastor
Blessed [is] he that considereth the poor
Not the poor of the world in common, nor poor saints in particular, but so…
Matthew Henry
On Psalms 41:1–4
17th Century
Minister
The people of God are not free from poverty, sickness, or outward affliction, but the Lord will consider their case and send due supplies. From his…