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John Gill Bible Commentary
I understand more than the ancients,.... Than those that had lived in ages before him; having clearer light given him, and larger discoveries made unto him, concerning the Messiah, his person and offices particularly, as it was usual for the Lord to do; or than aged men in his own time: for though wisdom, knowledge, and understanding, may be reasonably supposed to be with ancient men; who have had a long experience of things, and have had time and opportunity of making their observations, and of laying up a stock of knowledge; and this may be expected from them, and they may be applied to for it; yet this is not always the case; a younger man, as David was, may be endued with more knowledge and understanding than such; so Elihu; see Job 8:8, Job 32:6. Or, "I have got understanding by the ancients"; so Kimchi; though the other sense seems preferable; because I keep thy precepts; keep close to the word; attend to the reading of it, and meditation on it; keep it in mind and memory, and observe to do the commands of it; and by that means obtained a good understanding, even a better one than the ancients; especially than they that were without it, or did not carefully attend unto it; see Psa 111:10.
Matthew Henry Bible Commentary
Here we have David's testimony from his own experience, 1. Of the vanity of the world and its insufficiency to make us happy: I have seen an end of all perfection. Poor perfection which one sees an end of! Yet such are all those things in this world which pass for perfections. David, in his time, had seen Goliath, the strongest, overcome, Asahel, the swiftest, overtaken, Ahithophel, the wisest, befooled, Absalom, the fairest, deformed; and, in short, he had seen an end of perfection, of all perfection. He saw it by faith; he saw it by observation; he saw an end of the perfection of the creature both in respect of sufficiency (it was scanty and defective; there is that to be done for us which the creature cannot do) and in respect of continuance; it will not last our time, for it will not last to eternity as we must. The glory of man is but as the flower of the grass. 2. Of the fulness of the word of God, and its sufficiency for our satisfaction: But thy commandment is broad, exceedingly broad. The word of God reaches to all cases, to all times. The divine law lays a restraint upon the whole man, is designed to sanctify us wholly. There is a great deal required and forbidden in every commandment. The divine promise (for that also is commanded) extends itself to all our burdens, wants, and grievances, and has that in it which will make a portion and happiness for us when we have seen an end of all perfection.
Tyndale Open Study Notes
119:96 Even perfection has its limits: Humans cannot fully understand God’s ways (see Eccl 3:11).
Your Word Is a Lamp to My Feet
95The wicked wait to destroy me, but I will ponder Your testimonies. 96I have seen a limit to all perfection, but Your commandment is without limit.
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Jesus' Millennial Throne: The Corridor of Glory
By Mike Bickle251:02:50Millennial KingdomConvergence of Heaven and EarthPSA 119:96ISA 4:4ISA 66:1JER 3:17EZK 43:7ZEC 6:12MAT 25:31EPH 1:10REV 15:8REV 21:24Mike Bickle explores the profound concept of Jesus' millennial throne, emphasizing the convergence of heaven and earth as central to God's eternal purpose. He highlights that rather than believers leaving earth for heaven, God's plan involves bringing the heavenly realm to earth, culminating in the establishment of Jesus' throne in the Millennial Jerusalem. Bickle explains that this throne represents a merging of the spiritual and material dimensions, where believers will reign with Christ in a restored paradise, reflecting God's glory. The sermon encourages a shift in perspective regarding the end times, urging believers to understand their future role in God's kingdom on earth. Ultimately, Bickle presents a vision of hope and restoration, where the fullness of God's presence will dwell among His people forever.
Old Testament Stumbling-Blocks Removed.
By Daniel Steele01KI 8:46JOB 9:20PSA 14:1PSA 37:23PSA 119:96Daniel Steele addresses the misunderstood passages in the Holy Scriptures that seem to justify an unholy life, emphasizing the misinterpretation of texts suggesting sin is necessary and Christian perfection is unattainable. Through a detailed analysis of various Bible verses, Steele clarifies that the Scriptures do not support the idea of sin as a norm for believers, but rather highlight the possibility of sin due to human fallibility. He challenges theological misconceptions and encourages a deeper understanding of God's Word to enhance one's faith.
The Law in the Hand of Christ.
By John Gill0Law And GraceChrist as Fulfillment of the LawDEU 10:5PSA 119:96MAT 5:17JHN 4:34ROM 3:31ROM 8:1ROM 10:41CO 9:212CO 3:3HEB 7:22John Gill preaches on 'The Law in the Hand of Christ,' emphasizing that the ark of the covenant symbolizes Christ, who embodies the law and fulfills its demands. He explains how the two tables of stone represent the moral law, which remains unchanged and is fulfilled in Christ, who is both the lawgiver and the one who bears the penalty for sin. Gill highlights that while the law is no longer a covenant of works for believers, it continues to guide them in their conduct under grace. The sermon concludes with the assurance that through Christ, the law is not a source of condemnation but a means of grace and guidance for believers.
- John Gill
- Matthew Henry
- Tyndale
John Gill Bible Commentary
I understand more than the ancients,.... Than those that had lived in ages before him; having clearer light given him, and larger discoveries made unto him, concerning the Messiah, his person and offices particularly, as it was usual for the Lord to do; or than aged men in his own time: for though wisdom, knowledge, and understanding, may be reasonably supposed to be with ancient men; who have had a long experience of things, and have had time and opportunity of making their observations, and of laying up a stock of knowledge; and this may be expected from them, and they may be applied to for it; yet this is not always the case; a younger man, as David was, may be endued with more knowledge and understanding than such; so Elihu; see Job 8:8, Job 32:6. Or, "I have got understanding by the ancients"; so Kimchi; though the other sense seems preferable; because I keep thy precepts; keep close to the word; attend to the reading of it, and meditation on it; keep it in mind and memory, and observe to do the commands of it; and by that means obtained a good understanding, even a better one than the ancients; especially than they that were without it, or did not carefully attend unto it; see Psa 111:10.
Matthew Henry Bible Commentary
Here we have David's testimony from his own experience, 1. Of the vanity of the world and its insufficiency to make us happy: I have seen an end of all perfection. Poor perfection which one sees an end of! Yet such are all those things in this world which pass for perfections. David, in his time, had seen Goliath, the strongest, overcome, Asahel, the swiftest, overtaken, Ahithophel, the wisest, befooled, Absalom, the fairest, deformed; and, in short, he had seen an end of perfection, of all perfection. He saw it by faith; he saw it by observation; he saw an end of the perfection of the creature both in respect of sufficiency (it was scanty and defective; there is that to be done for us which the creature cannot do) and in respect of continuance; it will not last our time, for it will not last to eternity as we must. The glory of man is but as the flower of the grass. 2. Of the fulness of the word of God, and its sufficiency for our satisfaction: But thy commandment is broad, exceedingly broad. The word of God reaches to all cases, to all times. The divine law lays a restraint upon the whole man, is designed to sanctify us wholly. There is a great deal required and forbidden in every commandment. The divine promise (for that also is commanded) extends itself to all our burdens, wants, and grievances, and has that in it which will make a portion and happiness for us when we have seen an end of all perfection.
Tyndale Open Study Notes
119:96 Even perfection has its limits: Humans cannot fully understand God’s ways (see Eccl 3:11).