Psalms 44:5

"God, you are my King. Command victories for Jacob!"

Key Reflection

In Psalms 44:5, the phrase "God, you are my King. Command victories for Jacob!" reflects a plea for divine intervention and protection. The Israelites invoke God's kingly authority to seek military success and vindication against their adversaries, underscoring their reliance on His power and leadership in times of conflict.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Through thee -By thy help. “Will we push down our enemies.” The word here rendered “push down” means literally to strike or push with the horns, spoken of horned animals,Exodus 21:28,Exodus 21:31-32. Then it is applied to a conqueror prostrating nations before him:Deu 33:17;1 Kings 22:11. Through thy name -That is, acting under thine authority and by thy help. If he gave the commandmentPsalms 44:4, it would be certain that they would be able to overcome their adversaries. Will we tread them under -Will we conquer or subdue them. The language is taken from the custom of treading on a prostrate foe.

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