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See also Psalms 147 - Introduction in other biblical comments:

  • Albert Barnes' Bible Commentary

    The author of this psalm is unknown; nor can the occasion on which it was composed be ascertained with any degree of certainty. In the Septuagint, the Arabic, and the Syriac versions, it is ascribed,...

  • Cambridge Bible for Schools and Colleges

    This spirited Psalm of praise for the restoration of Jerusalem consists of three divisions, each beginning with a fresh call to praise. i. Praise Jehovah the Restorer of Jerusalem, the omnipotent and...

  • Ellicott's Commentary On The Whole Bible

    CXLVII. Composed of three pieces, without any regular rhythmical structure, and only loosely connected by the same general thought and method of expression, this psalm yet deserves to rank high in the...

  • John Gill's Exposition of the Whole Bible

    INTRODUCTION TO PSALM 147 This psalm is thought to be written by David, and according to Theodoret predicts the return of the Jews from Babylon, and the rebuilding of Jerusalem by Zerubbabel, which s...

  • Joseph Benson’s Commentary on the Old and New Testaments

    _A.M. 3560. B.C. 444._ This Psalm is supposed by Bishop Patrick, and many others, to have respect to the return of the Jewish nation from the Babylonish captivity, and to the restoration of Jerusalem...

  • Matthew Henry Commentary on the Whole Bible

    * The people of God are exhorted to praise him for his mercies and care. (1-11) For the salvation and prosperity of the church. (12-20)...

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