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God's Tender Character
Commentators emphasize that this verse reveals God's core nature. Beyond His awesome power seen in creation, His most intimate character is that of a compassionate Father and Protector. Scholars note that the closer we get to God ('in his holy habitation'), the more we discover His kindness and love for the helpless, like orphans and widows. This isn't just something God does; it's who He is.
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Albert Barnes
On Psalms 68:5
18th Century
Theologian
A father of the fatherless — Or, of orphans. (Compare to Psalms 10:14, Psalms 10:18). That is, God takes the place of the parent.…
Charles Ellicott
On Psalms 68:5
19th Century
Bishop
The Septuagint and Vulgate prefix to this verse, “They shall be troubled by the face of Him who is,” etc., which seems to indicate that th…
Charles Spurgeon
On Psalm 68:4–5
19th Century
Preacher
In the wilderness, the Israelites were like a company of fatherless people: but God was their Protector, and in all their trials and dangers he was…
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John Gill
On Psalms 68:5
17th Century
Pastor
A father of the fatherless
In a literal sense, so as to show mercy to them, take care of them, and protect them; and…
Matthew Henry
On Psalms 68:1–6
17th Century
Minister
None ever hardened his heart against God and prospered. God is the joy of his people; therefore, let them rejoice when they come before him. He who…