Commentaries:
Jamieson, Fausset, and Brown
consumed me upon earth—HENGSTENBERG translates, "in the land"; understanding "me" of the nation Israel, of which but a small remnant was left. But English Version is simpler; either, "They have consumed me so as to leave almost nothing of me on earth"; or, "They have almost destroyed and prostrated me on the earth" [MAURER].
I forsook not—Whatever else I am forsaken of, I forsake not Thy precepts, and so am not mistaken of Thee (Psalms 39:5, Psalms 39:13; II Corinthians 4:8-9), and the injuries and insults of the wicked increase the need for it. But, however they act regardless of God's law, the pious, adhering to its teaching, receive quickening grace, and are sustained steadfast.
The shortness of my life requires that the relief afforded to me from mine enemies should be speedy.
Other Jamieson, Fausset, and Brown entries containing Psalms 119:87:
Psalms 119:81-83
Psalms 119:157
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