Psalms 100:1

Verse 1. Himself. He describes the conduct which he was resolved to follow in ruling, ( Calmet.) or alluding to the pious king Josias. Theod. 4 Kennicott. 20:2. The sentiments are not confined to rulers alone, (Bert.) though this psalm might be styled, “the mirror of princes.” Muis.—Mercy and judgment. The chief qualifications of a king. Calmet.—Whether I am treated with clemency or with rigour, I will praise thee. Chal.—No one should presume, since there is judgment, nor despair, since mercy goes before. Saint Jerome Saint Augustine—I will sing, and I will understand. Piety is one of the best means to acquire the intelligence of these heavenly hymns, and of the whole scripture. Bible.—We might translate the Hebrew ( Calmet.) and Vulg. Mercy and judgment I will sing, to thee, Lord, will I sing psalms. Bible.