Commentary

Psalm 142

John Wesley’s Explanatory Notes (1754–65)

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

Verse 3

Knowest - So as to direct me to it. My path - What paths I should chuse whereby I might escape.

Verse 4

Right - hand - The place where the patron or assistant used to stand.

Verses 5–6

Portion - Even in this life.

Verse 7

Prison - Set me at liberty. Compass - Shall flock to me from all parts, to rejoice and bless God with me and for me.
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David complains and prays for pardon and help, ver. 1 - 12.
A psalm of David.

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