Verse 1
1. Why hast thou cast us off for ever The rejection and desolation appeared absolute and without remedy. See Psalms 74:3; Psalms 74:10. In the first three verses the psalmist utters a fervent prayer, which is suspended by the recitals of Psalms 74:4-9, and then resumed to the end.
Sheep of thy pasture See Psalms 80:1.
Smoke Compare under Psalms 80:4. The smouldering ruins of the temple and city fitly illustrated the dark and fiery breath of wrath.
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