The Pulpit Commentary on Psalms 56:12

The Pulpit Commentary · Joseph S. Exell and contributors · Public domain

Thy vows are upon me, O God. The psalmist, under his affliction, has made vows to God; i.e. promises of thank offerings if God would come to his aid, and save him from his enemies. These vows he considers to be now due, and himself to be under the obligation of paying them.

Accordingly, he announces his intention of speedily discharging his obligation—I will render praises (rather, thank offerings) unto thee.

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