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Psalms 17:4

Psalms 17:4
Concerning the works of men, by the word of thy lips I have kept me from the paths of the destroyer.

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Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771

Concerning the works of men,.... Of wicked men, as to what respects and concerns them, or in the midst of them; in the…

Barnes' NotesPresbyterian pastor, 1798–1870

Concerning the works of men - In respect to the works or doings of men. The reference is here probably to the ordinary…

Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–1714Psalms 17:1-7

This psalm is a prayer. As there is a time to weep and a time to rejoice, so there is a time for praise and a time for…

Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921

As for the works of men, by the word of thy lips

I have shunned the paths of the violent.

In regard to his behaviour…