Psalms 147 — Jamieson–Fausset–Brown
147:1
1. (Compare Psa 92:1; 135:3).
147:2
2. (Compare Psa 107:3; Is 11:12).
147:3
3. Though applicable to the captive Israelites, this is a general and precious truth. wounds--(Compare Margin).
147:4–5
4-5. God's power in nature (Is 40:26-28, and often) is presented as a pledge of His power to help His people. telleth ... stars--what no man can do (Ge 15:5).
147:6
6. That power is put forth for the good of the meek and suffering pious, and confusion of the wicked (Psa 146:8, 9).
147:7–9
7-9. His providence supplies bountifully the wild animals in their mountain homes. Sing ... Lord--literally, "Answer the Lord," that is, in grateful praise to His goodness, thus declared in His acts.
147:10–11
10-11. The advantages afforded, as in war by the strength of the horse or the agility of man, do not incline God to favor any; but those who fear and, of course, trust Him, will obtain His approbation and aid.
147:13
13. strengthened ... gates--or, means of defense against invaders,
147:14
14. maketh ... borders--or, territories (Ge 23:17; Is 54:12). filleth thee, c.--(Compare Margin).
147:15–18
15-18. God's Word, as a swift messenger, executes His purpose, for with Him to command is to perform (Ge 1:3; Psa 33:9), and He brings about the wonders of providence as easily as men cast crumbs.
147:19–20
19-20. This mighty ruler and benefactor of heaven and earth is such especially to His chosen people, to whom alone (De 4:32-34) He has made known His will, while others have been left in darkness. Therefore unite in the great hallelujah.