Psalms 21
DOYLY— we will set up our banners:] In token of triumph; which among other ways was celebrated by the setting up of banners or trophies. Poole.
Psalms 21:4
- He asked life of thee, &c.] David had in the days of Saul only asked for “life;” and God had given to him and his posterity, “length of days for ever and ever.” Mudge.
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Psalms 21:9
- Save, Lord: &c.] We ought to read this according to the Greek translation; O Lord, save the king; and hear us when we call. Mudge, Calmet.
It appears from this Psalm, that a nation should pray for the prince whom God hath set over them, and interest themselves in the advantages or deliverances which God grants to their governours: also that it is the favour and protection of God which makes the glory and safety of the people, and of kings; that it is to that favour, and not to their own strength and power, they are to attribute their good success; and therefore, that kings and their subjects should strive above all things to obtain the favour of God. Ostervald.
Psalm XXI. This is a Psalm of triumph and thanksgiving for victory. It is generally considered as describing, under the figure of David, the exaltation, glory, and majesty of Christ, who completely triumphed over death. The fourth, fifth, and sixth verses, are indeed particularly applicable to our blessed Redeemer. It is appointed by the Church to be used on the Ascension-day. Travell.
Ver. 3. For thou preventest him &c.] Didst crown him with manifold blessings both more and sooner than he either desired or expected. Poole.