138:1 The gods - Before kings and princes.

138:2 Temple - Where the ark was. He was not permitted to enter into it. Magnified - For thou hast glorified thy word or promise unto me more than any other of thy glorious perfections.

138:4 The kings - A prophecy of the calling of the Gentiles. Hear - The gospel preached among then.

138:5 The ways - His wonderful counsel and gracious providences.

138:8 Perfect - Will finish the great work of my deliverance. Forsake not - Or, do not give over, the work of my salvation, which is thus far advanced, not by any human help, but by thy power and providence.