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An Earnest, Not Angry, Plea
Commentators explain that the psalmist's question, "Wherefore hidest thou thy face?" is not an irreverent complaint or angry demand. Instead, it is an "affectionate pleading" born from deep suffering. It expresses total helplessness and dependence on God, appealing to Him as the only source of aid.
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Albert Barnes
On Psalms 44:24
18th Century
Theologian
Wherefore hidest thou thy face? — See the notes at Psalms 13:1. Why do you turn away from us, refuse to aid us, and leave us to the…
John Gill
On Psalms 44:24
17th Century
Pastor
Wherefore hidest thou your face ?
&c.] See (Psalms 10:1) (12:1) ;
[and] forgettest ou…
Matthew Henry
On Psalms 44:17–26
17th Century
Minister
In afflictions, we must not seek relief by any sinful compliance, but should continually meditate on the truth, purity, and knowledge of our heart-…