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Explanatory Notes on the Whole Bible, by John Wesley, [1754-65], at sacred-texts.com


Psalms Chapter 138

Psalms 138:1

psa 138:1

The gods - Before kings and princes.

Psalms 138:2

psa 138:2

Temple - Where the ark was. He was not permitted to enter into it. Magnified - For thou hast glorified thy word or promise unto me more than any other of thy glorious perfections.

Psalms 138:4

psa 138:4

The kings - A prophecy of the calling of the Gentiles. Hear - The gospel preached among then.

Psalms 138:5

psa 138:5

The ways - His wonderful counsel and gracious providences.

Psalms 138:8

psa 138:8

Perfect - Will finish the great work of my deliverance. Forsake not - Or, do not give over, the work of my salvation, which is thus far advanced, not by any human help, but by thy power and providence.


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