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An Appeal to God's Honor
Commentators emphasize that the psalmist is making a strategic appeal. The prayer asks God to remember that the enemy's insults are not just against Israel, but are a direct reproach against God's own name and reputation. It is an appeal to God's honor to act.
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Albert Barnes
On Psalms 74:18
18th Century
Theologian
Remember this, that the enemy has reproached—has used opprobrious and abusive words in regard to you, and to your people. The idea is, that …
Charles Ellicott
On Psalms 74:16–18
19th Century
Bishop
An appeal from the God of history to the God of nature. Not only did He work wonders, but even the universe is the work of His hand.
John Calvin
On Psalms 74:18
16th Century
Theologian
Remember this. After encouraging the hearts of the godly by magnifying the divine power and goodness, the prophet now returns to the conti…
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John Gill
On Psalms 74:18
17th Century
Pastor
Remember this, that the enemy has reproached, O Lord
Or "has reproached the Lord", as the Septuagint version and oth…
Matthew Henry
On Psalms 74:18–23
17th Century
Minister
The psalmist begs that God would appear for the church against their enemies. The folly of those who revile his gospel and his servants will be pla…