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A father of the fatherless, and a defender of the widows, Is God in his holy habitation.
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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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Psalms
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18th Century
Presbyterian
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.…
19th Century
Anglican
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…
Baptist
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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17th Century
Reformed Baptist
A father of the fatherless In a literal sense, so as to show mercy to them, take care of them, and protect them; and…
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…
