Jamieson, Fausset & Brown's Commentary
Commentary on Psalms 82
Jamieson, Fausset & Brown's verse-by-verse commentary on Psalms 82, from Commentary Critical and Explanatory. Read it alongside the full text of the chapter.
Jamieson, Fausset & Brown's Commentary
Of Asaph--(See on Psa 74:1, title). The historical occasion is probably that of Ch2 20:1-2 (compare Psa 47:1-9; Psa 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. (Psa. 83:1-18)
God addressed as indifferent (compare Psa 35:22; Psa 39:12).
be not still--literally, "not quiet," as opposed to action.