Jamieson, Fausset and Brown on Psalms 83:1
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Psalms83:1
PSALM 83
Psa 83:1-18. Of Asaph--(See on Psa 74:1, title). The historical occasion is probably that of 2Ch 20:1, 2 (compare Psa 47:1-9; 48:1-14). After a general petition, the craft and rage of the combined enemies are described, God's former dealings recited, and a like summary and speedy destruction on them is invoked.
1. God addressed as indifferent (compare Psa 35:22; 39:12).
be not still--literally, "not quiet," as opposed to action.
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