This post is part of an ongoing series offering translations of various early Church father’s commentaries on the Psalms. Psalm 53 The fool says in his heart, “There is no God.” They act corruptly and practice injustice; there is none that does good. God looks out from the heavens upon the children of Adam, ToContinue reading “The Fathers on Psalm 53”
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The Fathers on Psalm 51
This post is part of an ongoing series offering translations of various early Church father’s commentaries on the Psalms. Psalm 51 Have mercy on me, God, in accord with your merciful love; in your abundant compassion blot out my transgressions. Thoroughly wash away my guilt; and from my sin cleanse me. For I know myContinue reading “The Fathers on Psalm 51”
The Fathers on Psalm 46
This post is part of an ongoing series offering translations of various early Church father’s commentaries on the Psalms. Psalm 46 Streams of the river gladden the city of God, the holy dwelling of the Most High. God is in its midst; it shall not be shaken; God will help it at break of day.Continue reading “The Fathers on Psalm 46”
The Fathers on Psalm 45
This post is part of an ongoing series offering translations of various early Church father’s commentaries on the Psalms. Psalm 45 My heart is stirred by a noble theme, as I sing my ode to the king. My tongue is the pen of a nimble scribe. You are the most handsome of men; fair speechContinue reading “The Fathers on Psalm 45”