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For all day long have I been plagued, And punished every morning.

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An Honest Cry of Pain

The psalmist expresses a raw and relatable feeling: his life of righteousness seems to be rewarded only with constant suffering. Commentators note this is a powerful description of a believer's struggle when they see the wicked prosper while they are 'plagued all day long.' This honesty validates the feelings of believers who face similar trials.

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Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes

On Psalms 73:14

18th Century

Theologian

For all the day long - Continually. All my life.

Have I been plagued - Smitten; afflicted; troubled. My life…

Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

On Psalms 73:11–14

19th Century

Bishop

The mutual relation of these verses has been the subject of many conflicting opinions. The following is the arrangement that seems preferable—
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Charles Spurgeon

Charles Spurgeon

On Psalm 73:12–14

19th Century

Preacher

Behold, these are the ungodly, who prosper in the world; they increase in riches. Verily I have cleansed my heart in vain, and washed my hands …

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John Gill

John Gill

On Psalms 73:14

17th Century

Pastor

For all the day long have I been plagued
"Smitten or scourged" F16, as in (Psalms 73:5), that…

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On Psalms 73:1–14

17th Century

Minister

The psalmist was strongly tempted to envy the prosperity of the wicked; a common temptation, which has tested the graces of many saints. But he lay…