Bible Commentaries
Psalms 79

Wesley's Explanatory NotesWesley's Notes

Verse 8

O remember not against us former iniquities: let thy tender mercies speedily prevent us: for we are brought very low.

Prevent — Prevent our utter extirpation.

Verse 11

Let the sighing of the prisoner come before thee; according to the greatness of thy power preserve thou those that are appointed to die;

The prisoner — Of thy poor people now in captivity.

Bibliographical Information
Wesley, John. "Commentary on Psalms 79". "John Wesley's Explanatory Notes on the Whole Bible". https://studylight.org/commentaries/eng/wen/psalms-79.html. 1765.