The LORD lives; and blessed be my rock; and let the God of my salvation be exalted.
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Augustine of Hippo
AD 430
47. "The Lord liveth, and blessed be my God." "But to be carnally minded is death:" for "the Lord liveth, and blessed be my God. And let the God of my salvation be exalted" (ver. 46). And let me not think after an earthly fashion of the God of my salvation; nor look from Him for this earthly salvation, but that on high.
Liveth. This is my consolation, though it must fill the obstinate sinner with dismay. (Haydock)
In a sort of transport, David wishes all happiness to his great benefactor. He may also speak of Christ's resurrection. (Calmet)
My God. Hebrew, "rock: "a title frequently applied to God, in acknowledgment of his stability and protection. (Berthier)
