The moon and stars to rule by night: for his mercy [endureth] for ever.
Ver. 9. The moon and stars to rule by night] For by day they all veil to the sun; from whom also they borrow much of their light. The moon hath her name in Hebrew from moisture, as refreshing the earth with her cool influences; and thrusting forth precious things therein, Deuteronomy 33:14 .