Through you, we will push down our adversaries. Through your name, we will tread down those who rise up against us.
ExplanationCommentary
Verse 5. Reign. Devise, execute, and perfect the establishment of thy spiritual kingdom. Worthington.—Solomon was no warrior; but he only wanted enemies to be so. The sword of Christ is his word, (Hebrews 4:12) anger, (Revelation 19:15. Calmet.) or human nature. Saint Jerome—Some translate, “and ride,” because kings were mounted on chariots, and governed their people with the reins of justice, and so forth Robertson.—Justice. These titles are eagerly desired by monarchs; as martial prowess, clemency, and justice, ( Calmet.) render them objects of terror, and of love. Bible.—Christ conquered by his miracles, mildness, and so forth ( Calmet.) propagating the truth, and punishing the rebellious. Worthington. Psalms 2:8.