“Some trust in chariots, and some in horses: but we will remember the name of the Lord our God.”
The affirmation that some trust in chariots and some in horses but we will remember the name of God establishes faith in God over military hardware. The chariots and horses represent conventional military strength. The contrast establishes that trust in God exceeds trust in materiel. This verse articulates the theological conviction that divine favor transcends military advantage.
Church Fathers on Psalms 20:7
To the end, a psalm of David. 1. This is a well-known title; and it is not Christ who speaks; but the prophet speaks to Christ, under the form of wishing, foretelling things to come. 2. “The Lord hear You in the day of trouble” Psalm 19:1. The Lord hear You in the day in which Thou said, “Father glorify Your Son.” “The name of the God of Jacob protect You.” For to You belongs the younger people. Since “the elder shall serve the younger.” 3. “Send You help from the Holy,…
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