Commentary

Psalm 135

John Wesley’s Explanatory Notes (1754–65)

Short notes for ordinary readers by the founder of Methodism: practical, brief and to the point.

Verse 1

Thee - Thee whosoever thou art who dost faithfully perform the duty here commanded.

Verses 2–5

Ye - Ye priest and Levites.

Verse 6

Seas - In the visible seas, and in the invisible depths both of the earth and of the waters.

Verses 7–13

From - From all parts of the earth, from one end to another. Rain - An eminent instance of his good providence.

Verses 14–21

Judge - Will in due time plead the cause of his people. Repent - He will recall that severe sentence which for their sins he had passed upon them.

John Wesley’s Explanatory Notes (1754–65). Public domain, from the CrossWire SWORD module.