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For your great lovingkindness reaches to the heavens, And your truth to the skies.

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Mercy Beyond Measure

Commentators agree that the imagery of 'unto the heavens' and 'unto the skies' is meant to convey the immeasurable, vast, and boundless nature of God's lovingkindness and faithfulness. John Gill specifies that this immense mercy is demonstrated in salvation, Christ's mission, and the forgiveness of sins, extending far beyond our earthly comprehension.

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Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes

On Psalms 57:10

18th Century

Theologian

For thy mercy is great unto the heavens ... - See this explained in the notes at Psalms 36:5.

Charles Spurgeon

Charles Spurgeon

On Psalm 57:9–11

19th Century

Preacher

I will praise you, O Lord, among the people: I will sing to you among the nations. For your mercy is great to the heavens, and your truth to th…

John Gill

John Gill

On Psalms 57:10

17th Century

Pastor

For your mercy [is] great unto the heavens
Which denotes the exceeding greatness and largeness of it; as it is in th…

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Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On Psalms 57:7–11

17th Century

Minister

By lively faith, David's prayers and complaints are at once turned into praises. His heart is steadfast; it is prepared for every event, resting fi…