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The Poison of Malice
Commentators explain that the 'poison of a serpent' describes more than just anger; it represents a deep, deadly, and destructive malice. The words and intentions of the wicked are not merely hurtful but are like a venom that corrupts and destroys, highlighting the severe nature of the evil the psalmist faces.
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Albert Barnes
On Psalms 58:4
18th Century
Theologian
Their poison - Their malignity; their bad spirit; that which they utter or throw out of their mouth. The reference here is to what they spea…
Charles Ellicott
On Psalms 58:4
19th Century
Bishop
Their poison ... —Better, they have a venom like, etc. The term for serpent is the generic nâchash.
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John Calvin
On Psalms 58:4
16th Century
Theologian
Their poison is like the poison of a serpent: they are like the deaf adder. He continues his description; and, though he might have insist…
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John Gill
On Psalms 58:4
17th Century
Pastor
Their poison [is] like the poison of a serpent
Either their "wrath" and fury, as the word F24 may be rend…
Matthew Henry
On Psalms 58:1–5
17th Century
Minister
When wrong is done under the form of law, it is worse than any other; especially it is grievous to behold those who profess to be children of God, …