Psalms 75 · Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
PSALM 75 Psa 75:1-10 . Al-taschith--(See on Psa 57:1 , title). In impending danger, the Psalmist, anticipating relief in view of God's righteous government, takes courage and renders praise. 1. God's name or perfections are set forth by His wondrous works.
2-3. These verses express the purpose of God to administer a just government, and in a time of anarchy that He sustains the nation. Some apply the words to the Psalmist. receive the congregation-- literally, "take a set time" ( Psa 102:13 ; Ho 2:3 ), or an assembly at a set time--that is, for judging.
4-8. Here the writer speaks in view of God's declaration, warning the wicked. Lift ... up the horn-- to exalt power, here, of the wicked himself--that is, to be arrogant or self-elated.
9-10. Contrasted is the lot of the pious who will praise God, and, acting under His direction, will destroy the power of the wicked, and exalt that of the righteous.