Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible

strengthen thee--sustain in conflict; even physical benefits may be included, as courage for war, &c., as such may proceed from a sense of divine favor, secured in the use of spiritual privileges.

all thy offerings--or gifts, vegetable offerings. accept--literally, "turn to ashes" (compare Kg1 18:38). Selah--(See on Psa 3:2).

thy counsel--or plan.

salvation--that wrought and experienced by him. set up our banners-- (Num 2:3, Num 2:10). In usual sense, or, as some render, "may we be made great."

He speaks as if suddenly assured of a hearing. his anointed--not only David personally, but as the specially appointed head of His Church. his holy heaven--or, literally, "the heavens of His holiness," where He resides (Psa 2:6; Psa 11:4). saving . . . hand--His power which brings salvation.

remember--or cause to remember, mention thankfully (Sa1 17:45; Psa 33:16).

They--that is, who trust in horses, &c. stand upright--literally, "we have straightened ourselves up from our distress and fears."

let the king hear--as God's representative, delivered to deliver. Perhaps a better sense is, "LORD, save the king; hear us when we call," or pray. Next: Psalms Chapter 21