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The Diligence of Evil
Commentators explain that the enemies are not haphazard in their opposition. They "search out iniquities," meaning they meticulously devise wicked plans. As Albert Barnes notes, they rack their invention and explore every possible way to accomplish their malicious purpose, highlighting the deliberate and calculated nature of evil.
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Albert Barnes
On Psalms 64:6
18th Century
Theologian
They search out iniquities - They search deep; they examine plans; they rack their invention to accomplish it. The original word - חפשׂ<…
Charles Ellicott
On Psalms 64:6
19th Century
Bishop
They search out iniquities — i.e., they plan wicked schemes.
They accomplish a diligent search…
John Gill
On Psalms 64:6
17th Century
Pastor
They search out iniquities
The Targum adds, "to destroy the just." Either occasions against them, by charging them w…
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Matthew Henry
On Psalms 64:1–6
17th Century
Minister
The psalmist earnestly begs God to preserve him from disquieting fear.
The tongue is a little member, but it boasts great things. The uprigh…