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A Warning from History
Commentators unanimously explain that 'Meribah' (contention) and 'Massah' (temptation) refer to a specific, historical event in Exodus 17. The psalmist issues a direct warning: do not repeat the failure of your ancestors who, despite witnessing God's miracles in the wilderness, tested and provoked Him through their unbelief and distrust. Their story serves as a cautionary tale for all future generations.
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Albert Barnes
On Psalms 95:8
18th Century
Theologian
Harden not your heart - See this verse explained in the notes at Hebrews 3:8.
As in the provocation ... - Ma…
Charles Ellicott
On Psalms 95:8
19th Century
Bishop
The mention of the guiding voice suggests to the poet to make God Himself address His people, and with this verse the Divine warning begins.
Charles Spurgeon
On Psalm 95:7–10
19th Century
Preacher
Today if you will hear his voice, do not harden your heart, as in the provocation, and as in the day of temptation in the wilderness: when your…
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John Calvin
On Psalms 95:8
16th Century
Theologian
Harden not your heart, as in Meribah. The Psalmist, having extolled and commended the kindness of God their Shepherd, takes occasion, as t…
John Gill
On Psalms 95:8
17th Century
Pastor
Harden not your hearts
Against Christ, against his Gospel, against all the light and evidence of it. There is a natu…
Matthew Henry
On Psalms 95:7–11
17th Century
Minister
Christ calls upon his people to hear his voice. You call him Master, or Lord; then be his willing, obedient people. Hear the voice of his doctrine,…