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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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18th Century
Presbyterian
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…
19th Century
Anglican
Fools ... foolishly. —Better, arrogant ... arrogantly. See Psalms 73:3. (Compare to [Reference …
16th Century
Protestant
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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17th Century
Reformed Baptist
I said to the fools To the vain gloriosos, proud boasters, mockers, and scoffers at the day of judgment, and burning…
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…
