Psalms 140:8
“Grant not, O LORD, the desires of the wicked: further not his wicked device; lest they exalt themselves. Selah.”
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Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771
Grant not, O Lord, the desires of the wicked,.... Of Doeg, as the Targum, and of other wicked men, who were desirous…
Barnes' NotesPresbyterian pastor, 1798–1870
Grant not, O Lord, the desires of the wicked - That is, in the matter under consideration. Let them not accomplish their…
Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–1714Psalms 140:8-13
Here is the believing foresight David had,
I. Of the shame and confusion of persecutors.
1. Their disappointment. This…
Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921
further not hisevil device Suffer it not to issue in success.
lest they exalt themselves The construction is harsh,…
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