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Judgment Reveals God's Rule
The psalmist's harsh prayer for his enemies to be 'consumed' is not merely for personal revenge. Commentators agree the ultimate goal is for God's sovereign rule to be known 'to the ends of the earth.' The defeat of evil serves as a global announcement that God protects His people and reigns with justice.
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Albert Barnes
On Psalms 59:13
18th Century
Theologian
Consume them in wrath - Or, in your justice. The idea in the word “consume” here is to finish; to complete; to bring to an end. It does not …
Charles Ellicott
On Psalms 59:13
19th Century
Bishop
That they may not be. —Better, That they may be no more. These words are to be taken closely together. The signal overthr…
John Calvin
On Psalms 59:13
16th Century
Theologian
Consume, consume them in wrath, that they may not be David may seem to contradict himself in praying for the utter destruction of his enem…
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John Gill
On Psalms 59:13
17th Century
Pastor
Consume [them] in wrath, consume [them]
The repetition of the request shows the ardour and vehemency of the mind of …
Matthew Henry
On Psalms 59:8–17
17th Century
Minister
It is our wisdom and duty, in times of danger and difficulty, to wait upon God; for he is our defense, in whom we will be safe. It is very comforti…