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The Call to Public Worship
Commentators universally agree that this verse is a powerful call for public, corporate worship. The phrase "in the congregations" emphasizes that praising God is not just a private, individual act but a vital communal one. This collective blessing in the assembly of believers is presented as a core element of faith.
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Albert Barnes
On Psalms 68:26
18th Century
Theologian
Bless ye God in the congregations - In the assemblages of the people; not only as individuals, but in solemn processions; in triumphal mar…
Charles Ellicott
On Psalms 68:26
19th Century
Bishop
Bless you. —Apparently these words are part of the processional hymn. But in Judges 5:9 a similar outburst of praise appe…
Charles Spurgeon
On Psalm 68:23–35
19th Century
Preacher
The Psalm ends with an ascription of praise to God. So let our reading end, and our worship, and our lives: Blessed be God.
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John Gill
On Psalms 68:26
17th Century
Pastor
Bless you God in the congregations
This was what they said as they sung and played; they called upon the churches, a…
Matthew Henry
On Psalms 68:22–28
17th Century
Minister
The victories with which God blessed David over the enemies of Israel are types of Christ's victory, for Himself and for all believers. Those who t…