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The Ark as God's Glory
All commentators agree that "his strength" and "his glory" refer to the Ark of the Covenant. This sacred object was the tangible symbol of God's mighty power and glorious presence with Israel. Its capture by the Philistines (1 Samuel 4) was therefore not just a military loss, but a devastating spiritual blow, signifying that God's manifest glory had departed from them.
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Albert Barnes
On Psalms 78:61
18th Century
Theologian
And delivered his strength into captivity - That is, the ark, considered as the symbol of his power. This constituted the defense o…
Charles Spurgeon
On Psalm 78:57–61
19th Century
Preacher
But turned back, and dealt unfaithfully like their fathers: they were turned aside like a deceitful bow. For they provoked him to anger with th…
John Calvin
On Psalms 78:61
16th Century
Theologian
And he delivered his strength into captivity. In this verse, the same subject is continued: it is declared that the strength of G…
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John Gill
On Psalms 78:61
17th Century
Pastor
And delivered his strength into captivity
That is, the ark, called his strength, and the ark of his strength, ([Refe…
Matthew Henry
On Psalms 78:56–72
17th Century
Minister
After the Israelites were settled in Canaan, their children were like their fathers. God gave them his testimonies, but they turned back. Presumptu…