Psalm 143:12 NASB,NASB

Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - Psalms 143:12

And of thy mercy ... - Thy mercy to me; thy mercy to the world. The destruction of the wicked is a favor to the universe; just as the arrest and punishment of a robber or a pirate is a mercy to society, to mankind; just as every prison is a display of “mercy” as well as of “justice” - mercy to society at large; justice to the offenders.And destroy all them that afflict my soul - Cut them off; render them powerless to do mischief.For I am thy servant - Not as a matter of private feeling - not... read more

Joseph Benson

Joseph Benson's Commentary of the Old and New Testaments - Psalms 143:10-12

Psalms 143:10 ; Psalms 143:12. Teach me to do thy will To continue in faithful obedience to thee, notwithstanding all temptations to the contrary. Thy Spirit is good, lead me, &c. Or rather, as it is exactly in the Hebrew, and as many, both ancient and modern translators, render the clause, Let thy good Spirit lead me. Leave me not to mine own blind or vain mind, or corrupt affections; neither give me up to the evil spirit, as thou didst Saul, but conduct me in all my ways by thy ... read more

Donald C. Fleming

Bridgeway Bible Commentary - Psalms 143:1-12

Psalm 140 - 143 Troubles for the godlyThese four psalms are similar, and from the title of Psalms 142:0 it appears that all four belong to the time when David was fleeing from Saul. (See introductory notes to Psalms 34:0.)Treachery and slander are the chief weapons that David’s enemies use to attack him. These men have the poison of snakes and the cunning of hunters (140:1-5). But Yahweh is David’s God, his defender in whom he trusts for victory (6-8). David’s enemies will receive a fitting... read more

E.W. Bullinger

E.W. Bullinger's Companion Bible Notes - Psalms 143:12

mercy = lovingkindness, or grace. enemies. Compare Structure, Psalms 143:3 . read more

Thomas Coke

Thomas Coke Commentary on the Holy Bible - Psalms 143:12

Psalms 143:12. Cut off— Or, Shall thou cut off. REFLECTIONS.—1st, When we are in trouble, God permits us to pour our sorrows into his bosom. 1. The Psalmist begs an audience to his prayers, and pleads, as the ground of his hope, God's faithfulness to his promises, and his righteousness; or his grace and mercy, which includes the righteous obedience of Christ to the death of the cross, the purchase of all our blessings. Note; If ever we hope for God's acceptance of us, it must be not for any... read more

Robert Jamieson; A. R. Fausset; David Brown

Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible - Psalms 143:12

12. God's mercy to His people is often wrath to His and their enemies (compare :-). thy servant—as chosen to be such, entitled to divine regard. read more

Thomas Constable

Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable - Psalms 143:1-12

Psalms 143In this penitential psalm, David prayed for deliverance and guidance. As in the previous psalm, he called out for help against evil adversaries. This psalm, too, is an individual lament."The psalm sharply contrasts the righteousness of Yahweh, God’s unconditioned inclination toward Israel, and Israel’s righteousness which will carry no freight in time of trouble. The psalm understands the vast and unbridgeable distinction between the two parties." [Note: Brueggemann, p. 104.] read more

Thomas Constable

Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable - Psalms 143:7-12

2. The psalmist’s petition 143:7-12 read more

Thomas Constable

Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable - Psalms 143:8-12

First, David wanted guidance from God (Psalms 143:8). This would be a fresh morning-like expression of the Lord’s loyal love to His trusting servant. Second, he asked for deliverance from his enemies (Psalms 143:9). Third, he needed teaching from God’s Spirit who would provide safe direction (Psalms 143:10). Fourth, he requested restoration from the attacks of his enemies (Psalms 143:11-12). Each of these petitions also contains some reference to trust in God.Even when God’s people sin, they... read more

John Dummelow

John Dummelow's Commentary on the Bible - Psalms 143:1-12

A late Ps., though ascribed to David, consisting mainly of appropriate reminiscences from earlier Pss.2. Shall no man living, etc.] perhaps, ’is no man living righteous.’3. That have been long dead] better, ’that are for ever dead’: cp. Lamentations 3:6. 4. Is.. overwhelmed] better, ’faints.’Is desolate] better, ’is bewildered.’6. Selah] see on Psalms 3:4; Psalms 7. Hear] better, ’answer’: cp. Psalms 28:1. 10. ’Let thy good spirit lead me in an even’ (i.e. safe, peaceful) ’country’: cp. Psalms... read more

Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - Psalms 143:12

Joseph Benson's Commentary of the Old and New Testaments - Psalms 143:10-12

Bridgeway Bible Commentary - Psalms 143:1-12

E.W. Bullinger's Companion Bible Notes - Psalms 143:12

Thomas Coke Commentary on the Holy Bible - Psalms 143:12

Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible - Psalms 143:12

Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable - Psalms 143:1-12

Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable - Psalms 143:7-12

Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable - Psalms 143:8-12

John Dummelow's Commentary on the Bible - Psalms 143:1-12

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