Psalms 33:11

Verse 11. Rich of this world, (1 Timothy 6:17. Menochius.) are often poor in spiritual gifts. Worthington.—Those who are poor in both respects, are truly miserable, ( Bible.) since they cannot satisfy their craving appetite. But the prophet admires those who are poor in spirit, whether they have many possessions or not. Bert.—The fear of the Lord is his treasure. Isaiah 33:6. The saint is content under every dispensation of Providence. Bible.—Lazarus was truly rich even here; and in heaven his is covered with glory. Lu. 16:20. Saint Jerome Calmet.—Hebrew “the lions have wanted.” Saint Jerome—This may have been the case: yet those who fear God shall be filled; or, the rich may be designated by the name of lion’s whelps, on account of their power and avidity. Calmet.—The same term, cephirim, is often applied to men in power. Ezekiel 19:2. Job 4:10. Bert.—Good. If the saints be sometimes deprived of provisions, they know that it is better for them; as God directs all for their good. Bible.