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A Personal Declaration of Trust
Commentators explain that the psalmist is applying a lesson from history to his own life. Just as his ancestors were delivered by God's power, not their own weapons, he personally chooses to place his trust in God. This serves as a model for believers to internalize the lessons of faith from Scripture.
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Albert Barnes
On Psalms 44:6
18th Century
Theologian
For I will not trust in my bow - The author of the psalm himself again speaks, expressing his own feelings and stating the grounds …
Charles Spurgeon
On Psalm 44:4–6
19th Century
Preacher
See how the lesson from ancient history was applied in the psalmist's own experience: As our forefathers were delivered, not by their own bow o…
John Gill
On Psalms 44:6
17th Century
Pastor
For I will not trust in my bow
In any carnal weapon, in any creature help and assistance, or in an arm of flesh, but…
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Matthew Henry
On Psalms 44:1–8
17th Century
Minister
Former experiences of God's power and goodness are strong supports to faith and powerful pleas in prayer under present calamities. The many victori…