8. Oh that men would praise the Lord for his goodness. Men are not mentioned here
in the original, but the word is fitly supplied by the translators; the
psalmist would have all things in existence magnify Jehovah’s name. Surely men
will do this without being exhorted to it when the deliverance is fresh in
their memories. They must be horrible ingrates who will not honor such a
deliverer for so happy a rescue from the most cruel death. It is well that the
redeemed should be stirred up to bless the Lord again and again, for preserved
life deserves life-long thankfulness. Even those who have not encountered the
like peril, and obtained the like deliverance, should bless the Lord in
sympathy with their fellows, sharing their joy. And for his wonderful works to the children of men. These favors are bestowed upon our race,
upon children of the family to which we belong, and therefore we ought to join
in the praise. The children of men are so insignificant, so feeble, and so
undeserving, that it is a great wonder that the Lord should do anything for
them; but he is not content with doing little works, he puts forth his wisdom,
power, and love to perform marvels on the behalf of those who seek him.
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