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Rebuke the wild animal of the reeds, The multitude of the bulls, with the calves of the peoples. Being humbled, may it bring bars of silver. Scatter the nations that delight in war.
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A Prayer Against Violent Powers
Commentators explain this verse as a prayer for God to judge the enemies of His people. These foes are described with powerful imagery: a 'beast of the reeds' (symbolizing a fierce nation like Egypt), 'bulls' (strong rulers), and 'calves' (their followers). The central plea is for God to subdue and scatter those who are violent and 'delight in war,' affirming His ultimate authority over all earthly powers.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
Rebuke the company of spearmen - Margin, “the beasts of the reeds.” This is in the form of a prayer - “Rebuke;” but the idea is, th…
19th Century
Anglican
Rebuke ... —See the margin, which (if we change beasts to beast) gives the correct rendering. The Septuagint and…
Baptist
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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16th Century
Protestant
Regarding the phrase Destroy the company of spearmen, some read rebuke. However, I approve of the distinction noted by those most…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
Rebuke the company of spearmen Or, "of the reed" F4 ; that is, men that use and fight with spears, like t…
A powerful invitation is given to those who are outside, to join the church. Some will submit from fear; overcome by their consciences and the rest…
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