He makes them also to skip like a calf; Lebanon and Sirion like a young, wild ox.
ExplanationCommentary
Verse 6. Wrath, which is a short fury. Menochius. Isaiah 54:7.—Hebrew “momentary is his indignation;” or rather, “from his indignation comes destruction,” roga, as the Septuagint constantly ( Bible.) agree. Job 20:5. Isaiah 28:12. and so forth Calmet.—“The miseries which are inflicted, are in consequence of his indignation.” Prin. dis. Bert.—We are not miserable unless we have deserved it. Saint Augustine—Even in chastising, God considers our welfare. Worthington.—He takes no pleasure in our torments, but delights to crown us with life and happiness. Bible.—Eternal joys are the fruits of the short sorrows of this world, (Bert.) which is represented as one night or evening. Bible.—A few moments ago Jerusalem expected nothing but destruction. Thus the apostles grieved till Christ rose again; ( Calmet.) and the life of the just is a constant vicissitude of sorrow and of comfort. Worthington.