Psalm 36:1-37:40 NIV

Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - Psalms 36:1

The transgression of the wicked - There is considerable difficulty in respect to the grammatical construction of the Hebrew in this verse, though the general sense is plain. The main idea undoubtedly is, that the fair explanation of the conduct of the wicked, or the fair inference to be derived from that conduct was, that they had no fear of God before them; that they did in no proper way regard or fear God. The psalmist introduces himself as looking at the conduct or the acts of the wicked,... read more

Joseph Benson

Joseph Benson's Commentary of the Old and New Testaments - Psalms 36:1-2

Psalms 36:1-2. The transgression of the wicked saith, &c. When I consider the great and manifold transgressions of ungodly men, I conclude, within myself, that they have cast off all fear and serious belief of the Divine Majesty. For he flattereth himself in his own eyes He deceiveth himself with vain and false persuasions, that God does not notice or mind his sins, or that he will not punish them. Until his iniquity be found to be hateful That is, until God, by some dreadful... read more

Donald C. Fleming

Bridgeway Bible Commentary - Psalms 36:1-12

Psalms 36:0 Human sin and divine loveWhen people habitually do what they know is wrong, the principle of lawlessness takes control of their lives. It hardens their hearts against God and blinds their eyes to their own failures, so that they cannot see the terrible judgment for which they are heading (1-2). Their wrong attitude shows itself in deceitful speech, evil actions and mischievous plottings (3-4).God, on the other hand, is characterized by covenant love that is limitless (5), acts of... read more

E.W. Bullinger

E.W. Bullinger's Companion Bible Notes - Psalms 36:1

Title, of David = by David. the servant of the Lord. In the Hebrew text these two words are reversed, and the title stands thus: "Relating to Jehovah's servant, by David ". This is exactly what it is. His prayer and praise in view of Psalms 22:0 (see p. 721, and Isaiah 42:1 , &c), in death and resurrection. Psalms 18:0 is the only other Psalm so entitled. transgression = rebellion. Hebrew pasha' . App-44 . the wicked = a lawless one. Hebrew rasha'. App-44 . saith : declareth, as... read more

James Burton Coffman

Coffman Commentaries on the Bible - Psalms 36:1

PSALM 36MAN'S WICKEDNESS AND GOD'S LOVINGKINDNESS CONTRASTEDThere are three divisions in this psalm. "(1) Psalms 36:1-4 give the portrait of the wicked man; (2) Psalms 36:5-9 paint the Divine goodness; and (3) Psalms 36:10-12 have the prayer and an expression of confidence."[1]There are representatives of some three types of Hebrew poetry in these few verses. "Each of the three parts of this psalm corresponds to a different psalm-type; but there is no need to doubt its unity."[2] "The psalmist... read more

Thomas Coke

Thomas Coke Commentary on the Holy Bible - Psalms 36:1

Psalms 36:0. The grievous estate of the wicked. The excellency of God's mercy. David prayeth for favour to God's children. To the chief musician. A Psalm of David, the servant of the Lord. Title. למנצח lamnatseach— This Psalm is supposed to have been written by David at the beginning of Saul's persecution; whilst he outwardly professed kindness towards him, but yet he could not help discovering that he desired and intended his ruin. David here opposes the faithfulness and goodness of God, to... read more

Robert Jamieson; A. R. Fausset; David Brown

Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible - Psalms 36:1

1. The general sense of this difficult verse is, "that the wicked have no fear of God." The first clause may be rendered, "Saith transgression in my heart, in respect to the wicked, there is no fear," &c., that is, such is my reflection on men's transgressions. read more

Thomas Constable

Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable - Psalms 36:1

The NIV translation, "An oracle is within my heart concerning the sinfulness of the wicked," is preferable. That of Leupold is even clearer: "A divine oracle about transgression has been heard in my heart with reference to the wicked." [Note: Leupold, p. 293.] An oracle is a message from God. The Lord had given His prophet special revelation concerning how the wicked look at life and how they live. They do not dread (Heb. pahad, rather than yirah, the usual word for "fear") the Lord. That is,... read more

Thomas Constable

Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable - Psalms 36:1-4

1. Revelation concerning the wicked 36:1-4 read more

Thomas Constable

Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable - Psalms 36:1-12

Psalms 36This primarily wisdom psalm, with elements of individual lament and praise, contains an oracle that David received from the Lord concerning the wicked. In contrast to them, he rejoiced in the loyal love and righteousness of God. One writer titled his exposition of this psalm, "Man at His Worst, God at His Best." [Note: Armerding, p. 76.] "This is a psalm of powerful contrasts, a glimpse of human wickedness at its most malevolent, and divine goodness in its many-sided fullness.... read more

Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - Psalms 36:1

Joseph Benson's Commentary of the Old and New Testaments - Psalms 36:1-2

Bridgeway Bible Commentary - Psalms 36:1-12

E.W. Bullinger's Companion Bible Notes - Psalms 36:1

Coffman Commentaries on the Bible - Psalms 36:1

Thomas Coke Commentary on the Holy Bible - Psalms 36:1

Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible - Psalms 36:1

Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable - Psalms 36:1

Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable - Psalms 36:1-4

Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable - Psalms 36:1-12

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