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A Prayer When Justice Fails
Commentators unanimously see this verse as a prayer for when human systems of justice fail. When earthly rulers are corrupt and unjust, the believer's ultimate recourse is to appeal directly to God, the Supreme Judge, to intervene and restore order. It is a model for turning to God in times of widespread injustice.
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Albert Barnes
On Psalms 82:8
18th Century
Theologian
Arise, O God, judge the earth - That is, since there is such a failure in the administration of justice by those to whom it pertain…
Charles Ellicott
On Psalms 82:8
19th Century
Bishop
Arise.—The psalm would have been incomplete had the poet not resumed here in his own person, with an appeal to the Supreme Judge t…
John Calvin
On Psalms 82:8
16th Century
Theologian
Arise, O God! judge the earth. The reason why this psalm concludes with a prayer has already been stated at the commencement. The prophet,…
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John Gill
On Psalms 82:8
17th Century
Pastor
Arise, O God
These are the words of the prophet, or of the church, whom he represents, addressing Christ, who is God…
Matthew Henry
On Psalms 82:6–8
17th Century
Minister
It is hard for people to have honor given to them without becoming proud of it. But all the rulers of the earth will die, and all their honor will …