Psa 5:8, 31:1 | JFB | STEP | 8. enemies —literally, "watchers" ( ), hence special need of guidance. in thy righteousness —an attribute implying faithfulness in promises as well as threatenings. make thy way straight —that is, make the way of providence plain.

Psalms 5:8

8. enemies—literally, "watchers" (Ps 27:11), hence special need of guidance.

in thy righteousness—an attribute implying faithfulness in promises as well as threatenings.

make thy way straight—that is, make the way of providence plain.

1. Expresses the general tone of feeling of the Psalm.