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A High and Stable Sanctuary
Commentators explain that the sanctuary is described with two powerful images. It was built 'like the heights,' meaning it was prominent and conspicuous, a central feature in the land. It was also established 'like the earth,' signifying a new permanence and stability for God's presence, in contrast to the mobile tabernacle that preceded it.
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Albert Barnes
On Psalms 78:69
18th Century
Theologian
And he built his sanctuary - His holy place; that is, his tabernacle. The temple was not then built; and, when reared, it was not o…
Charles Ellicott
On Psalms 78:69
19th Century
Bishop
He built. —The first clause is vague, but evidently the poet is drawing attention to the grandeur and solidity of the Temple. Perh…
Charles Spurgeon
On Psalm 78:65–69
19th Century
Preacher
You see that we are getting into clear water now; it was all broken water, storm and hurricane, while we heard of what Israel did; but when we come…
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John Calvin
On Psalms 78:69
16th Century
Theologian
And built his sanctuary like high places. In this verse, what is implied is simply this: that Mount Zion was uniquely beautified, which, h…
John Gill
On Psalms 78:69
17th Century
Pastor
And he built his sanctuary like high palaces
The temple at Jerusalem, called a sanctuary, or holy place, because sep…
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…