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He has also prepared for himself the instruments of death. He makes ready his flaming arrows.

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God's Prepared Judgment

Commentators explain that the phrase "fiery arrows" likely refers to the ancient military practice of shooting ignited darts. This powerful imagery illustrates that God's judgment against persistent evil is not an afterthought; it is fully prepared, intensely powerful, and certain to be effective.

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Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes

On Psalms 7:13

18th Century

Theologian

He has also prepared for him - The instruments of punishment are already prepared, and God can use them when he pleases. They do no…

Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

On Psalms 7:13

19th Century

Bishop

Instruments of death. —That is, deadly weapons.

Against the persecutors. —Literally, for those…

John Gill

John Gill

On Psalms 7:13

17th Century

Pastor

He has also prepared for him the instruments of death
The weapons of his indignation, (Isaiah 13:5); whi…

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Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On Psalms 7:10–17

17th Century

Minister

David is confident that he will find God his powerful Saviour. The destruction of sinners may be prevented by their conversion; for it is threatene…