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The Power of God's Presence
All commentators agree that this verse vividly recalls the historical event at Mount Sinai. The trembling earth and raining heavens were a literal display of God's immense power and majesty when He descended to give the Law. This event was so foundational to Israel's faith that it is remembered here as a testament to the awesome nature of God's manifest presence.
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Albert Barnes
On Psalms 68:8
18th Century
Theologian
The earth shook - See Exodus 19:16-18.
The heavens also dropped at the presence of God - That is, they dropped down rain a…
Charles Spurgeon
On Psalm 68:7–8
19th Century
Preacher
If the translators had given us the original words, we should have valued this Psalm much more, for it contains nearly every name of God. This vers…
John Gill
On Psalms 68:8
17th Century
Pastor
The earth shook
Not only about Sinai, but in other places; see (Psalms 114:1Psalms 114:4[Ref…
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Matthew Henry
On Psalms 68:7–14
17th Century
Minister
Fresh mercies should remind us of former mercies. If God brings His people into a wilderness, He will be sure to go before them in it and to bring …