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Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771
We hanged our harps upon the willows in the midst thereof. These were musical instruments, used in the temple service by…
Barnes' NotesPresbyterian pastor, 1798–1870
We hanged our harps upon the willows - The harps once used to accompany the songs of praise and the service of God in…
Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–1714Psalms 137:1-6
We have here the daughter of Zion covered with a cloud, and dwelling with the daughter of Babylon; the people of God in…
Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921
Upon the willows in the midst thereof,
We hung out harps.
the willows Cp. Isa 44:4. The tree meant, however, was…
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