Psalms 41:2 - Exposition

The Lord will preserve him, and keep him alive . Continuance in life is always regarded as a blessing in the Old Testament; it is only in the New that to "depart, and be with Christ," is pronounced "far better" ( Philippians 1:23 ). And he shall be blessed upon the earth ; i.e. his long life shall be a happy one. And thou wilt not deliver him unto the will of his enemies ; rather, as in the margin, do not thou deliver him (comp. Psalms 27:12 ; Psalms 74:19 ). The psalmist changes from dogmatic assertion to prayer, not, however, intending to express any doubt that his prayer will be granted.