With the first clause comp. Psalms 44:20.
Thirsty land. — See Psalms 63:1, which explains this elliptical sentence. As our Lord taught, God is even more ready to send the refreshing spiritual shower than man’s heart to receive it.
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Psalms 143:6
6 I stretch forth my hands unto thee: my soul thirsteth after thee, as a thirsty land. Selah.