Jamieson, Fausset and Brown on Psalms 51:1-4
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Psalms51:1-4
PSALM 51
Psa 51:1-19. On the occasion, compare 2Sa 11:12. The Psalm illustrates true repentance, in which are comprised conviction, confession, sorrow, prayer for mercy, and purposes of amendment, and it is accompanied by a lively faith.
1-4. A plea for mercy is a confession of guilt.
blot out--as from a register.
transgressions--literally, "rebellions" (Psa 19:13; 32:1).
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