Commentaries:
Jamieson, Fausset, and Brown
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Psalms 71:3

given commandment—literally, "ordained," as in Psalms 44:4; Psalms 68:28.

rock . . . fortress— (Psalms 18:2).



Psalms 71:1-3

The Psalmist, probably in old age, appeals to God for help from his enemies, pleading his past favors, and stating his present need; and, in confidence of a hearing, he promises his grateful thanks and praise. (Psa. 71:1-24)

(Compare Psalms 30:1-3).




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