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Psalms 34:21

Psalms 34:21
Evil shall slay the wicked: and they that hate the righteous shall be desolate.

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Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771

The Lord redeemeth the soul of his servants,.... Who are made so by his grace in the day of his power, and are willing…

Barnes' NotesPresbyterian pastor, 1798–1870

Evil shall slay the wicked - That is, his own wicked conduct will be the cause of his destruction. His ruin is not…

Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–1714Psalms 34:11-22

David, in this latter part of the psalm, undertakes to teach children. Though a man of war, and anointed to be king, he…

Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921Psalms 34:21-22

shall be desolate R.V. shall be condemned; or, marg., held guilty. Cp. Psa 5:10.