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We give thanks to you, God, We give thanks, for your Name is near. Men tell about your wondrous works.
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God's Nearness is His Action
When the psalmist says God's "name is near," commentators explain this isn't about physical location. It means God's power and help are actively present and manifested. Scholars like Calvin note that God's nearness is judged by the tangible assistance He provides. His "wondrous works" are the very proof that He is close to His people.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
Unto thee, O God, do we give thanks - We, the people; language which would be appropriate for public thanksgiving, showing that the psalm …
19th Century
Anglican
For that ... —The wonders just performed for Israel have repeated the old conviction that God’s name, a word of power to save ([Re…
16th Century
Protestant
We will praise you, O God! Regarding the inscription of this psalm, I have spoken sufficiently when explaining Psalm 57. As for its author…
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17th Century
Reformed Baptist
To you, O God, do we give thanks Either David and his men, when he was delivered from Saul, and raised to the kingdo…
We often pray for mercy when in pursuit of it; and shall we only once or twice give thanks when we obtain it? God shows that He is near to us in wh…
