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The Valley of Weeping
Commentators agree that the 'valley of Baca' literally means the 'valley of weeping.' While it may have been a real, arid place pilgrims traveled through, it serves as a powerful metaphor for the inevitable seasons of sorrow and hardship in the Christian life. The psalm affirms that the journey toward God's presence often includes passing through such difficult valleys.
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Albert Barnes
On Psalms 84:6
18th Century
Theologian
Who passing through the valley of Baca - This is one of the most difficult verses in the Book of Psalms, and has been, of course, very vario…
Charles Ellicott
On Psalms 84:5–7
19th Century
Bishop
In these verses, as in the analogous picture (Isaiah 35:6–8), there is a blending of the real and the figurative; the actual j…
Charles Spurgeon
On Psalm 84:5–6
19th Century
Preacher
In whose heart are the ways of them. (Or, better, "are thy ways.") Who passing through the valley of Baca (or, "Weeping") mak…
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John Calvin
On Psalms 84:6
16th Century
Theologian
They passing through the valley of weeping, will together make it a well. The Psalmist's meaning is that no obstacles can prevent enlighte…
John Gill
On Psalms 84:6
17th Century
Pastor
Who passing through the valley of Baca
Kimchi interprets it a valley of springs, or fountains, taking the word to be…
Matthew Henry
On Psalms 84:1–7
17th Century
Minister
The ordinances of God are the believer's solace in this evil world. In them he enjoys the presence of the living God, and this causes him to regret…