Psalms 138:3

"I will bow down toward your holy temple, and give thanks to your Name for your loving kindness and for your truth; for you have exalted your Name and your Word above all."

Key Reflection

The psalmist expresses profound reverence by bowing toward the holy temple, symbolizing a deep devotion and respect. Through giving thanks for God's loving kindness and truth, the psalmist acknowledges God’s faithful character, highlighting how God’s name and word surpass all else in importance and authority.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

In the day when I cried -Referring to some former period of his life when he was in trouble. Thou answeredst me -In the very day when I called, thou gavest me the answer: that is, immediately. And strengthenedst me with strength in my soul -literally, “Thou didst embolden - or, didst make me courageous with strength.” Thou didst enable me to meet danger, and to overcome fear. It would seem probable that this was on some occasion when he was in danger from his enemies.

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