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 Adam Clarke (1762 - 1832)
Read freely text sermons and articles by the speaker Adam Clarke in text and pdf format. Was a British Methodist theologian and Biblical scholar. He is chiefly remembered for writing a commentary on the Bible which took him 40 years to complete and which was a primary Methodist theological resource for two centuries. Contained in 6 volumes, consisting of nearly 1,000 pages each, it was considered the most comprehensive commentary on the Bible ever prepared by one man.
As a theologian, Clarke reinforced the teachings of Methodist founder John Wesley. He taught that the Bible provides a complete interpretation of God's nature and will. He considered Scripture itself a miracle of God's grace that "takes away the veil of darkness and ignorance." With such an understanding, Clarke was first and foremost a Biblical theologian, often uneasy with purely systematic approaches to theology.
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Adam Clarke Commentary Psalms 3
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David complains, in great distress, of the number of his enemies, and the reproaches they cast on him, as one forsaken of God, Psalm 3:1, Psalm 3:2; is confident, notwithstanding, that God will be his protector, Psalm 3:3; mentions his praye ... read more
Adam Clarke Commentary Psalms 30
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The psalmist returns thanks to God for deliverance from great danger, Psalm 30:1-3. He calls upon the saints to give thanks to God at the remembrance of his holiness, because of his readiness to save, Psalm 30:4, Psalm 30:5. He relates how h ... read more
Adam Clarke Commentary Psalms 31
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The psalmist, with strong confidence in God, in a time of distress prays earnestly for deliverance, Psalm 31:1-5. He expresses his abhorrence of evil, Psalm 31:6; gratefully mentions former interpositions of God, Psalm 31:7, Psalm 31:8; cont ... read more
Adam Clarke Commentary Psalms 32
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True blessedness consists in remission of sin, and purification of the heart, Psalm 32:1, Psalm 32:2. What the psalmist felt in seeking these blessings, Psalm 32:3-5. How they should be sought, Psalm 32:6, Psalm 32:7. The necessity of humili ... read more
Adam Clarke Commentary Psalms 33
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The Lord is praised for his works of creation, Psalm 33:1-9; and for the stability of his own counsels, Psalm 33:10, Psalm 33:11. The blessedness of the people who have the knowledge of the true God, his grace, and providence, Psalm 33:12-15 ... read more
Adam Clarke Commentary Psalms 34
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David praises God, and exhorts others to do the same, Psalm 34:1-3; shows how he sought the Lord, and how he was found of him, Psalm 34:4-6. All are exhorted to taste and see the goodness of God; with the assurance of support and comfort, Ps ... read more
Adam Clarke Commentary Psalms 35
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The psalmist, in great straits, prays for his personal safety, Psalm 35:1-3; and for the confusion of his enemies, Psalm 35:4-8; expresses has confidence in God, Psalm 35:9, Psalm 35:10; mentions his kindness to those who had rewarded him ev ... read more
Adam Clarke Commentary Psalms 36
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The miserable state of the wicked, Psalm 36:1-4. The excellence of God‘s mercy in itself, and to his followers, Psalm 36:5-9. He prays for the upright, Psalm 36:10; for himself that he may be saved from pride and violence, Psalm 36:11; a ... read more
Adam Clarke Commentary Psalms 37
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Godly directions for those who are in adversity not to envy the prosperity of the wicked, because it is superficial, and of short duration, vv. 1-22; to put their confidence in God, and live to his glory, as this is the sure way to be happy ... read more
Adam Clarke Commentary Psalms 38
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David prays God to have mercy upon him, and gives a most affecting account of his miserable state, Psalm 38:1-10; complains of his being forsaken by his friends, and cruelly persecuted by his enemies, Psalm 38:11-16; confesses his sin; and e ... read more
Adam Clarke Commentary Psalms 39
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The psalmist‘s care and watchfulness over his thoughts, tongue, and actions, Psalm 39:1-3. He considers the brevity and uncertainty of human life, Psalm 39:4-7; prays for deliverance from sin, Psalm 39:8-11; and that he may be protected an ... read more
Adam Clarke Commentary Psalms 4
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David prays to be heard, Psalm 4:1; expostulates with the ungodly, Psalm 4:2; exhorts them to turn to God, and make their peace with him, Psalm 4:3-5; shows the vain pursuits of men in search of happiness, which he asserts exists only in the ... read more
Adam Clarke Commentary Psalms 40
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The benefit of confidence in God, Psalm 40:1-3. The blessedness of those who trust in God, Psalm 40:4, Psalm 40:5. The termination of the Jewish sacrifices in that of Christ, Psalm 40:6-8. The psalmist‘s resolution to publish God‘s goodn ... read more
Adam Clarke Commentary Psalms 41
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The blessedness of the man who is merciful to the poor, Psalm 41:1-3. The psalmist complains of his enemies, and prays for support, Psalm 41:4-10; and blesses God for having heard his prayer, and preserved him from his adversaries, Psalm 41: ... read more
Adam Clarke Commentary Psalms 42
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The psalmist earnestly longs for the ordinances of the Lord‘s house, Psalm 42:1-4; describes his deep distress, Psalm 42:5-7; endeavors to take comfort from the consideration that the Lord would appear in his behalf, Psalm 42:8, Psalm 42:9 ... read more
Adam Clarke Commentary Psalms 43
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The psalmist begs God to take his part against his enemies, Psalm 43:1, Psalm 43:2; to send his light and truth to guide him to the tabernacle, Psalm 43:3; promises, if brought thither, to be faithful in the Divine service, Psalm 43:4; chide ... read more
Adam Clarke Commentary Psalms 44
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The psalmist recounts the mercies of God; shows to his people how God in ancient times gave them the victory over all their enemies, Psalm 44:1-8; points out their present miserable state, Psalm 44:9-16; asserts that thy have not apostatized ... read more
Adam Clarke Commentary Psalms 45
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The contents of this Psalm are generally summed up thus: The majesty and grace of Christ‘s kingdom; or an epithalamium of Jesus Christ and the Christian Church; the duty of this Church, and its privileges. The Psalm contains a magnificent ... read more
Adam Clarke Commentary Psalms 46
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The confidence of believers in God, Psalm 46:1-3. The privileges of the Church, Psalm 46:4, Psalm 46:5; her enemies, and her helper, Psalm 46:6, Psalm 46:7. God‘s judgments tn the earth, Psalm 46:8, Psalm 46:9. He will be exalted among the ... read more
Adam Clarke Commentary Psalms 47
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The Gentiles are invited to celebrate the praises of God as the Sovereign of the world, Psalm 47:1, Psalm 47:2. The Jews exalt in his kindness to them, Psalm 47:3, Psalm 47:4. All then join to celebrate his Majesty, as reigniny over the heat ... read more
Adam Clarke Commentary Psalms 48
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The ornaments and the privileges of the Church, Psalm 48:1-8. The duty of God‘s people, Psalm 48:9-14.
The title: A Song and Psalm for the sons of Korah. To which the Vulgate, Septuagint, Aethiopia, and Arabic add, for the second day of ... read more
Adam Clarke Commentary Psalms 49
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All men are invited to attend to lessons of wisdom relative to the insufficiency of earthly good to save or prolong life; to secure the resurrection from the dead, Psalm 49:1-9. Death is inevitable, Psalm 49:10. The vain expectations of rich ... read more
Adam Clarke Commentary Psalms 5
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David continues instant in prayers Psalm 5:1, Psalm 5:2; makes early application to God, Psalm 5:3; and shows the hatred which God bears to the workers of iniquity, Psalm 5:4-6. His determination to worship God, and to implore direction and ... read more
Adam Clarke Commentary Psalms 50
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God, the Sovereign Judge, cites before his throne all his people, and the priests and the judges, Psalm 50:1-6; and reproaches them for their vain confidence in the sacrifices they had offered, Psalm 50:7-13; and shows them the worship he re ... read more
Adam Clarke Commentary Psalms 51
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The psalmist, with a deeply penitent heart, prays for remission of sins, Psalm 51:1-4; which he confesses, and deeply deplores, Psalm 51:5-14; states his willingness to offer sacrifice, but is convinced that God prefers a broken heart to all ... read more
Adam Clarke Commentary Psalms 52
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The psalmist points out the malevolence of a powerful enemy, and predicts his destruction, Psalm 52:1-5. At which destruction the righteous should rejoice, Psalm 52:6, Psalm 52:7. The psalmist‘s confidence on God, Psalm 52:8, Psalm 52:9.
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Adam Clarke Commentary Psalms 53
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The sentiments of atheists and deists, who deny Divine Providence; their character: they are corrupt, foolish, abominable, and cruel, Psalm 53:1-4; God fills them with terror, Psalm 53:5; reproaches these for their oppression of the poor, Ps ... read more
Adam Clarke Commentary Psalms 54
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The psalmist complains that strangers were risen up against him to take away his life, Psalm 54:1-3; expresses his confidence in God that he will uphold him, and punish his enemies, Psalm 54:4, Psalm 54:5; on which he promises to sacrifice t ... read more
Adam Clarke Commentary Psalms 55
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David, in great danger and distress from the implacable malice of his enemies, calls on God for mercy, Psalm 55:1-5; wishes he had the wings of a dove, that he might flee away, and be at rest, Psalm 55:6-8; prays against his enemies, and des ... read more
Adam Clarke Commentary Psalms 56
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David prays for support against his enemies, whose wickedness he describes, Psalm 56:1-6; and foretells their destruction, Psalm 56:7; expresses his confidence in God‘s mercy, expects deliverance, and promises thanksgiving and obedience, P ... read more
Adam Clarke Commentary Psalms 57
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David cries to God for mercy, with the strongest confidence of being heard, Psalm 57:1-3; he describes his enemies as lions, Psalm 57:4; thanks God for his deliverance, Psalm 57:5; and purposes to publish the praises of the Lord among his pe ... read more
Adam Clarke Commentary Psalms 58
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David reproves wicked counsellors and judges, who pervert justice, and stir up the strong against the weak and innocent, Psalm 58:1-5. He foretells their destruction, and describes the nature of it, Psalm 58:6-9. The righteous, seeing this, ... read more
Adam Clarke Commentary Psalms 59
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The psalmist prays for deliverance from his enemies, whose desperate wickedness he describes, Psalm 59:1-7; professes strong confidence in God, Psalm 59:8-10; speaks of the destruction of his enemies, Psalm 59:11-15; praises God for benefits ... read more
Adam Clarke Commentary Psalms 6
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This Psalm contains a deprecation of eternal vengeance, Psalm 6:1; a petition to God for mercy, Psalm 6:2. This is enforced from a consideration of the psalmist‘s sufferings, Psalm 6:3; from that of the Divine mercy, Psalm 6:4; from that o ... read more
Adam Clarke Commentary Psalms 60
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The psalmist complains of the desolation which had fallen on the land; prays for deliverance, Psalm 60:1-5; and promises himself victory over Shechem, Succoth, Gilead, Ephraim, Moab, Idumea, and the Philistines, by the special help and assis ... read more
Adam Clarke Commentary Psalms 61
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The psalmist‘s prayer for those who mere banished from their own land, and from the ordinances of God, Psalm 61:1, Psalm 61:2. He praises God for his past mercies, Psalm 61:3; purposes to devote himself entirely to his service, Psalm 61:4, ... read more
Adam Clarke Commentary Psalms 62
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David, in imminent danger, flees to God for help and safety, Psalm 62:1, Psalm 62:2; points out the designs of his adversaries, Psalm 62:3, Psalm 62:4; encourages his soul to wait on God, Psalm 62:5-8; shows the vanity of trusting in man, an ... read more
Adam Clarke Commentary Psalms 63
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David‘s soul thirsts after God, while absent from the sanctuary, and longs to be restored to the Divine ordinances, Psalm 63:1, Psalm 63:2. He expresses strong confidence in the Most High, and praises him for his goodness, Psalm 63:3-8; sh ... read more
Adam Clarke Commentary Psalms 64
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The psalmist prays for preservation from the wicked, Psalm 64:1, Psalm 64:2; whom he describes, Psalm 64:3-6; shows their punishment, Psalm 64:7, Psalm 64:8; and the effect that this should have on the godly, Psalm 64:9, Psalm 64:10.
The ... read more
Adam Clarke Commentary Psalms 65
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God is praised for the fullilment of his promises, and for his mercy in forgiving sins, Psalm 65:1-3. He is praised for the wonders that he works in nature, which all mankind must acknowledge, Psalm 65:4-8; for the fertilizing showers which ... read more
Adam Clarke Commentary Psalms 66
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The psalmist exhorts all to praise God for the wonders he has wrought, Psalm 66:1-4; calls on Israel to consider his mighty acts in behalf of their fathers, Psalm 66:5-7; his goodness in their own behalf Psalm 66:8-12; he resolves to pay his ... read more
Adam Clarke Commentary Psalms 67
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The psalmist prays for the enlargement of God‘s kingdom, Psalm 67:1, Psalm 67:2; calls upon all nations to serve him, because he judges and governs righteously, Psalm 67:3-5; promises prosperity to the faithful and obedient, Psalm 67:6, Ps ... read more
Adam Clarke Commentary Psalms 68
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The psalmist calls upon God to arise, bless his people, and scatter his enemies, Psalm 68:1-3; exhorts them to praise him for has greatness, tenderness, compassion, and judgments, Psalm 68:4-6; describes the grandeur of his march when he wen ... read more
Adam Clarke Commentary Psalms 69
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The psalmist describes his afflicted state, and the wickedness of his adversaries, vv. 1-21; he declares the miseries that should come upon his enemies, Psalm 69:22-28; enlarges on has afflicted state, and expresses his confidence in God, Ps ... read more
Adam Clarke Commentary Psalms 7
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The psalmist prays against the malice of his enemies, Psalm 7:1, Psalm 7:2; protests his own innocence, Psalm 7:3-5; prays to God that he would vindicate him, for the edification of his people, Psalm 7:6-8; prays against the wickedness of hi ... read more
Adam Clarke Commentary Psalms 70
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The psalmist prays for speedy deliverance, Psalm 70:1; prays against those who sought his life, Psalm 70:2, Psalm 70:3; and for the blessedness of those who sought God, Psalm 70:4; urges his speedy deliverance, Psalm 70:5.
The title in th ... read more
Adam Clarke Commentary Psalms 71
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The prophet, in confidence, prays for God‘s favor, Psalm 71:1-5; recounts God‘s kindness to him from youth to old age, Psalm 71:6-9; shows what his adversaries plot against him, and prays for their confusion, Psalm 71:10-13; promises fid ... read more
Adam Clarke Commentary Psalms 72
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David prays to God for Solomon, Psalm 72:1; prescribes Solomon‘s work, Psalm 72:2; the effects of his administration, Psalm 72:3-7; the extent of his dominion, Psalm 72:8-11; his mercy and kindness to the poor, and the perpetuity of his pr ... read more
Adam Clarke Commentary Psalms 73
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The psalmist speaks of God‘s goodness to his people, Psalm 73:1; shows how much he was stumbled at the prosperity of the wicked, and describes their state, Psalm 73:2-12; details the process of the temptation, and the pain he suffered in c ... read more
Adam Clarke Commentary Psalms 74
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The psalmtst complains of the desolations of the sanctuary, and pleads with God, Psalm 74:1-3; shows the insolence and wickedness of their enemies Psalm 74:4-8; prays to God to act for them as he had done for their fathers, whom, by his mira ... read more
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