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A Strange Unity
Commentators note the enemies of God's people were "of one consent." Though they were diverse nations, their shared hatred united them. Scholars compare this to how Pilate and Herod, who were enemies, became friends to conspire against Jesus. This serves as a reminder that opposition to faith can create unlikely alliances.
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Albert Barnes
On Psalms 83:5
18th Century
Theologian
For they have consulted together with one consent—Margin, as in Hebrew, heart. There is no division in their counsels on this subje…
Charles Ellicott
On Psalms 83:5
19th Century
Bishop
They are confederate. —Literally, they have cut a covenant, from the custom described in Genesis 15:17. (Compare to the G…
Charles Spurgeon
On Psalm 83:5
19th Century
Preacher
There were many heathen nations; they agreed on nothing except their hatred of Israel. In that one thing, they were agreed, just as Herod was the f…
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John Calvin
On Psalms 83:5
16th Century
Theologian
For they have consulted with the heart together. The numerous armies that combined their strength to oppose the Church of God and to bring…
John Gill
On Psalms 83:5
17th Century
Pastor
For they have consulted together with one consent
Or "heart" F5 ; wicked men are cordial to one another, …
Matthew Henry
On Psalms 83:1–8
17th Century
Minister
Sometimes God seems not to be concerned about the unjust treatment of His people. But then we may call upon Him, as the psalmist does here.
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