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Psalms 40:7 Cross-References

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Then said I, Lo, I come: in the volume of the book it is written of me,

Psalms 40:7 (KJV)

Commentary on Psalms 40:7

Then said I, Lo, I come: in the volume of the book it is written of me. This verse follows immediately after declaring that God desires obedience rather than sacrifice. The 'Then' (az, אָז) marks responsive action—having understood God's true desire (opened ears), David responds with personal commitment: 'Lo, I come.' The Hebrew hineh ba'ti (הִנֵּה־בָאתִי) expresses ready willingness and immediate availability: 'Behold, I have come' or 'Here I am.'This language echoes significant biblical moments of responsive obedience. Abraham answered God's call: 'Behold, here I am' (Genesis 22:1). Moses re...

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