--- title: "Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible" author: "Robert Jamieson, A. R. Fausset and David Brown" languages: [en] shelf: "Commentaries" section: 233 of 927 url: https://scriptura.si/works/jamieson-fausset-brown-commentary-critical-and-explanatory-on-the-whole-bible/233/ cite: "Robert Jamieson, A. R. Fausset and David Brown, Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible, section 233. Scriptura (scriptura.si), https://scriptura.si/works/jamieson-fausset-brown-commentary-critical-and-explanatory-on-the-whole-bible/233/" --- # Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible *Robert Jamieson, A. R. Fausset and David Brown* The Victorian standard commentary, critical and practical, from Genesis to Revelation. ## 233. Psalms · 40 of 57 Source: https://scriptura.si/works/jamieson-fausset-brown-commentary-critical-and-explanatory-on-the-whole-bible/233/ · cite a paragraph as https://scriptura.si/works/jamieson-fausset-brown-commentary-critical-and-explanatory-on-the-whole-bible/233/#p-N [¶0] 2. come ... presence--literally, "approach," or, meet Him ([Psa 17:13]). [¶1] 3. above ... gods--esteemed such by men, though really nothing ([Jr 5:7]; [10:10-15]). [¶2] 4-5. The terms used describe the world in its whole extent, subject to God. [¶3] 6. come--or, "enter," with solemn forms, as well as hearts. [¶4] 7. This relation illustrates our entire dependence (compare [Psa 23:3]; ). The last clause is united by Paul ([He 3:7]) to the following (compare [Psa 81:8]), [¶5] 8-11. warning against neglect; and this is sustained by citing the melancholy fate of their rebellious ancestors, whose provoking insolence is described by quoting the language of God's complaint ([Nu 14:11]) of their conduct at Meribah and Massah, names given ([Ex 17:7]) to commemorate their strife and contention with Him ([Psa 78:18], ). ### Psalm 96 ### Psa 96:1-13. The substance of this Psalm, and portions of the ninety-seventh, ninety-eighth, and hundredth, are found in 1Ch 16:7-36, which was used by David's directions in the dedication of the tabernacle on Mount Zion. The dispensation of the Messiah was typified by that event, involving, as it did, a more permanent seat of worship, and the introduction of additional and more spiritual services. Hence the language of these Psalms may be regarded as having a higher import than that pertinent to the occasion on which it was thus publicly used [¶8] 1-3. All nations are invited to unite in this most joyful praise. [¶9] new song--literally, "fresh," or new mercies ([Psa 33:3]; ). [¶10] 4-5. For He is not a local God, but of universal agency, while idols are nothing. [¶11] 6. Honour and majesty--are His attendants, declared in His mighty works, while power and grace are specially seen in His spiritual relations to His people. [¶12] 7-9. Give--or, "ascribe" ([Psa 29:1]) due honor to Him, by acts of appointed and solemn worship in His house. [¶13] 10. Let all know that the government of the world is ordered in justice, and they shall enjoy firm and lasting peace (compare [Psa 72:3], ; [Is 9:6], ). [¶14] 11-13. For which reason the universe is invoked to unite in joy, and even inanimate nature ([Ro 8:14-22]) is poetically represented as capable of joining in the anthem of praise. ### Psalm 97 ### Psa 97:1-12. The writer celebrates the Lord's dominion over nations and nature, describes its effect on foes and friends, and exhorts and encourages the latter [¶17] 1-2. This dominion is a cause of joy, because, even though our minds are oppressed with terror before the throne of the King of kings ([Ex 19:16]; [De 5:22]), we know it is based on righteous principles and judgments which are according to truth. [¶18] 3-5. The attending illustrations of God's awful justice on enemies ([Psa 83:14]) are seen in the disclosures of His almighty power on the elements of nature (compare [Psa 46:2]; ; [Ha 3:6], &c.). [¶19] 6. heavens--or, their inhabitants ([Psa 50:6]), as opposed to "nations" in the latter clause (compare [Is 40:5]; ). [¶20] 7. Idolaters are utterly put to shame, for if angels must worship Him, how much more those who worshipped them. [¶21] all ye gods--literally, "all ye angels" ([Psa 8:5]; ; [He 1:6]; 2:7). Paul quotes, not as a prophecy, but as language used in regard to the Lord Jehovah, who in the Old Testament theophania is the second person of the Godhead. [¶22] 8-9. The exaltation of Zion's king is joy to the righteous and sorrow to the wicked. [¶23] daughters of Judah--(Compare [Psa 48:11]). [¶24] 10-12. Let gratitude for the blessings of providence and grace incite saints ([Psa 4:3]) to holy living. Spiritual blessings are in store, represented by light ([Psa 27:1]) and gladness. ### Psalm 98 ### Psa 98:1-9. In view of the wonders of grace and righteousness displayed in God's salvation, the whole creation is invited to unite in praise [¶27] 1. gotten ... victory--literally, "made salvation," enabled Him to save His people. [¶28] right hand, and ... arm--denote power. [¶29] holy arm--or, "arm of holiness," the power of His united moral perfections ([Psa 22:3]; ). [¶30] 2. salvation--the result of His righteousness ([Psa 7:17]; ), and both are publicly displayed. [¶31] 3. The union of mercy and truth ([Psa 57:3]; ) secure the blessings of the promise ([Ge 12:3]; ) to all the world ([Is 52:10]). [¶32] 4-6. make a loud noise--or, "burst forth" ([Is 14:7]; ). [¶33] before ... King--hail Him as your sovereign; and while, with every aid to demonstrate zeal and joy, intelligent creatures are invited to praise, as in [Psa 96:11-13], inanimate nature is also summoned to honor Him who triumphs and rules in righteousness and equity. ### Psalm 99 ### Psa 99:1-9. God's government is especially exercised in and for His Church, which should praise Him for His gracious dealings [¶36] 1. sitteth ... cherubim--(compare [1Sa 4:4]; [Psa 80:1]). [¶37] tremble ... be moved--inspired with fear by His judgments on the wicked. [¶38] 2. great in Zion--where He dwells ([Psa 9:11]). [¶39] 3. thy ... name--perfections of justice, power, &c. [¶40] great and terrible name--producing dread ([De 10:17]), and to be praised by those over whom He is exalted ([Psa 97:9]). [¶41] it is holy--or, "He is holy" ([Psa 99:5], ; [Is 6:3]). [¶42] 4-5. To His wise and righteous government all nations should render honor. [¶43] king's ... judgment--His power is combined with justice. [¶44] he is holy--(compare [Psa 22:3]).