OF THE MIGHTY] RV 'of God' (_El_). A heavenly assembly is meant, as in
Job 1:6; Job 2:1; Zechariah 3. THE GODS] the judges of Israel, so
called as the official representatives of God on earth. See Christ's
explanation in John 10:34; John 10:35.... [ Continue Reading ]
This Ps. is an impeachment of unjust judges, who are officially called
'gods.' It represents them as put upon their trial at God's tribunal
(Psalms 82:1). God Himself denounces their wickedness (Psalms 82:2),
and reminds them of their duties (Psalms 82:3). In Psalms 82:5 He
declares that they are in... [ Continue Reading ]