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Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - Psalms 18:30

As for God - The declaration in this verse is suggested by the facts narrated in the previous verses. The contemplation of those facts leads the thoughts of the author of the psalm up to the Great Source of all these blessings, and to these general reflections on his character. “As for God,” that is, in respect to that Great Being, who has delivered me, his ways are all perfect; his word is tried; he is a shield to all those who trust in him.His way is perfect - That is, his doings are perfect;... read more

Joseph Benson

Joseph Benson's Commentary of the Old and New Testaments - Psalms 18:28-31

Psalms 18:28-31. Thou wilt light, or, thou dost light, or, hast lighted, my candle That is, given me safety, and comfort, and glory, and posterity also: all which particulars are often signified by a candle, or a light. Thou wilt or dost advance me to honour, increase my prosperity, and make me continually joyful by thy favour. Nothing was more usual among the oriental writers than representing any person, or family, by a lamp enlightening the whole house, 1 Kings 11:36; 1 Kings... read more

Donald C. Fleming

Bridgeway Bible Commentary - Psalms 18:1-50

Psalms 18:0 David’s song of victoryThe outpouring of praise recorded in Psalms 18:0 is applicable to many of David’s experiences. It was probably put into its present form after David reached the height of his power as king. He had conquered all his enemies and now controlled all the country from Egypt to the Euphrates (2 Samuel 8:1-18). The psalm is also recorded in 2 Samuel 22:0.David opens by declaring his love for God (1) and thanking God for hearing his prayers and saving him from death at... read more

E.W. Bullinger

E.W. Bullinger's Companion Bible Notes - Psalms 18:30

GOD. Hebrew = the El. App-4 . word = sayings, as in Psalms 12:6 (feminine plural); Psalms 19:14 (masculine plural) (not Psalms 18:4 ); Psalms 119:11 (see note there), &c. tried = refined. Compare Psalms 12:6 . trust in = flee for refuge to. Hebrew. hasah. App-69 . read more

James Burton Coffman

Coffman Commentaries on the Bible - Psalms 18:30

"As for God, his way is perfect:The word of Jehovah is tried;He is a shield unto all them that take refuge in him.For who is God save Jehovah?And who is a rock besides our God,The God that girdeth me with strength,And maketh my way perfect?He maketh my feet like hinds' feet:And setteth me upon high places.""Who is God save Jehovah?" This is the Hebrew equivalent of "There is no God besides Jehovah." This strong monotheistic thrust of the psalm was one of the grounds upon which Addis rejected... read more

Robert Jamieson; A. R. Fausset; David Brown

Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible - Psalms 18:30

30-32. God's perfection is the source of his own, which has resulted from his trust on the one hand, and God's promised help on the other. tried—"as metals are tried by fire and proved genuine" ( :-). Shield (Psalms 3:3). Girding was essential to free motion on account of the looseness of Oriental dresses; hence it is an expressive figure for describing the gift of strength. read more

Thomas Constable

Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable - Psalms 18:1-50

Psalms 18As the title indicates, David wrote this psalm after he had subdued his political enemies and had established the kingdom of Israel firmly under his control. In this poem, David expressed his delight in the Lord and thanked Him for giving him the victories he enjoyed. This royal thanksgiving psalm also appears in 2 Samuel 22. The slight variations may be due to changes that Israel’s leaders made, under divine inspiration, when they adapted this poem for use in Israel’s public worship.... read more

Thomas Constable

Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable - Psalms 18:30-31

God’s way is perfect, and His Word is trustworthy. He is the only true God, a reliable defense and a solid foundation for His people (cf. Deuteronomy 32:4; Deuteronomy 32:31). read more

Thomas Constable

Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable - Psalms 18:30-50

3. God’s blessings 18:30-50The psalmist rejoiced over God’s character and His blessings to him (Psalms 18:30-45), and he vowed to continue to praise Him forever (Psalms 18:46-50). The purpose of the psalm is praise, not boasting. read more

John Dummelow

John Dummelow's Commentary on the Bible - Psalms 18:1-50

Of all the Pss. this is the one which can be ascribed with greatest confidence to David. It is found, with some variations, in 2 Samuel 22, and the title is largely taken from 2 Samuel 22:1. It consists of a series of triumphant thanksgivings to God, with which the writer connects a highly figurative account of his deliverance from danger (Psalms 18:4-19), an assertion of his own uprightness (Psalms 18:20-24), and a description of the victories he has won by God’s assistance (Psalms... read more

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