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I said to the arrogant, "Don`t boast;" To the wicked, "Don`t lift up the horn.

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The Meaning of the "Horn"

Commentators explain that the "horn" is a powerful biblical symbol for strength, power, and status. The warning, "Lift not up the horn," is a command against using one's influence, wealth, or authority with arrogance and pride. It's a call to humility, reminding the powerful not to oppress others or act as if their strength is their own.

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Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes

On Psalms 75:4

18th Century

Theologian

I said to the fools – To the wicked people in rebellion. Folly and wickedness in the Bible are synonymous terms, as they are identical in fa…

Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

On Psalms 75:4

19th Century

Bishop

Fools ... foolishly. —Better, arrogant ... arrogantly. See Psalms 73:3. (Compare to [Reference …

John Calvin

John Calvin

On Psalms 75:4

16th Century

Theologian

I said to the fools, Act not foolishly. After the psalmist has fully acknowledged God's authority, both for himself and for the faithful, …

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John Gill

John Gill

On Psalms 75:4

17th Century

Pastor

I said to the fools
To the vain gloriosos, proud boasters, mockers, and scoffers at the day of judgment, and burning…

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On Psalms 75:1–5

17th Century

Minister

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…