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Trusted original commentary from respected historical Bible scholars and theologians.
Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771
Set a watch, O Lord, before my mouth,.... While praying, as Jarchi and Kimchi; that he might not utter any rash,…
Barnes' NotesPresbyterian pastor, 1798–1870
Set a watch, O Lord, before my mouth - That I may not say anything rashly, unadvisedly, improperly. Compare Psa 39:1.…
Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–1714Psalms 141:1-4
Mercy to accept what we do well, and grace to keep us from doing ill, are the two things which we are here taught by…
Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921Psalms 141:3-5
Prayer for grace to resist the temptation to sin in word and thought and deed.
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