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But let all those who take refuge in you rejoice, Let them always shout for joy, because you defend them. Let them also who love your name be joyful in you.

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Joy's True Foundation

Commentators stress that the joy in this verse is not based on circumstances but is found in God himself. It flows from trusting in Him, loving His character (His "name"), and delighting in His very nature. This joy, which can be expressed with loud shouts, is a defining characteristic of those who take refuge in the Lord, distinct from the fleeting happiness the world offers.

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Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes

On Psalms 5:11

18th Century

Theologian

But let all those that put their trust in thee rejoice - (Compare the notes at Psalms 2:12). That is, they have occasion to rejoice…

Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

On Psalms 5:11

19th Century

Bishop

Rejoice. — From a root meaning primarily bright.Proverbs 13:9: The light of the righteous rejoiceth.

John Calvin

John Calvin

On Psalms 5:11

16th Century

Theologian

And let all rejoice, etc It makes little difference to the meaning whether we read these words in the future tense, All shall rejoice,…

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John Gill

John Gill

On Psalms 5:11

17th Century

Pastor

But let all those that put their trust in you rejoice
Who trust not in themselves, in their own hearts, in their rig…

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On Psalms 5:7–12

17th Century

Minister

David often prayed alone, yet he was very consistent in attending public worship. The mercy of God should always be the foundation of both our hope…