The Pulpit Commentary on Psalms 112:1-10

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IN this "complementary psalm" the writer sets forth the blessedness of the true worshipper of God. He is blessed in his seed (Psalms 112:2), in his possessions (Psalms 112:3) in his unchanging goodness (Psalms 112:3, Psalms 112:9), in the light vouchsafed him (Psalms 112:4), in his many virtues (Psalms 112:4), in his management of affairs (Psalms 112:5), in his great trust and confidence in God (Psalms 112:6-8), and in his attainment to honor (Psalms 112:9). The ungodly man is consumed with envy at the sight of him (Psalms 112:10).

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