Psalms 17:14 - Wesley's Explanatory Notes

Bible Comments

Thy hand — Wherewith thou dost correct me. World — Who set their hearts upon this world, and neither have, nor desire any other portion. Belly — Mind or appetite, as that word is used, Job 20:20. Proverbs 20:30. Treasure — With extraordinary wealth and glory. Children — When many of thy faithful servants are barren, these are blessed with a numerous posterity.

Psalms 17:14

14 From men which are thy hand, O LORD, from men of the world, which have their portion in this life, and whose belly thou fillest with thy hid treasure: they are full of children, and leave the rest of their substance to their babes.