Psalms 32:8 - Coke's Commentary on the Holy Bible

I will guide thee with mine eye— Let me counsel thee with mine eye towards thee: Mudge: who observes, that the author undertakes to instruct whoever he be that hears him, and to give him a hint of advice (for that is counselling with the eye); namely, to do as he had done; honestly to confess his sins when they have been committed: for the wicked man, the man of no principles, who gives a loose to crimes without repentance or confession, is never easy, and always feels himself galled; whereas the righteous man, who puts his trust in God, and submits himself to his government, shall always find himself encompassed with favour, Psalms 32:10. The 9th verse should be read in a parenthesis. It is advising to take a good hint, and not be like the horse or mule, who understand no reason but the force of the bridle, and therefore will not come near one upon speaking to, or looking at them. Houbigant renders the last clause, very properly, Or they will not come near thee; for as they are not dangerous beasts, the word lest is extremely improper.