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They have set their mouth in the heavens. Their tongue walks through the earth.
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Pride Against Heaven
Commentators explain that the phrase "they set their mouth in the heavens" depicts the ultimate arrogance of the wicked. They speak as if they possess divine authority, challenging God's power, questioning His justice, and blaspheming His name. Their pride is so immense that they position themselves as rulers of the universe, speaking against God Himself.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
They set their mouth against the heavens - (). Literally, “They set their mouth in heaven,” or in the heavens. The idea is…
19th Century
Anglican
They set. —The last clause is repeated here using a more defined image:
“They have set their mouth in [not against<…
Baptist
They are corrupt, and speak wickedly concerning oppression: they speak loftily. They set their mouth against the heavens,
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16th Century
Protestant
They have set their mouth against the heavens. Here it is declared that they utter their insolent speeches against God as well as against …
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
They set their mouth against the heavens Against God in heaven, see (Daniel 4:26) (Matthew 21:25)…
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…
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