Spurgeons wife said that if spurgeon had never written any other work, this would have been a permanent literary memorial. Eric hayden, pastor of the metropolitan tabernacle a century after spurgeons ministry began there, calls this work spurgeons magnum opus. Something very useful is that when commentators disagreed on an interpretation of particular verses, spurgeon included the opposing views assuming the. The word translated blessed is a very ex pressive one. Meditations ad disquisitions upon the first psalm of david. David sets out wherein the felicity and blessedness of a godly man consisteth, what his exercises are, and what blessings he shall receive from the lord. The delightful study of the psalms has yielded me boundless profit and evergrowing. Completed sections were released volume by volume, until the seventh and final volume was released in 1885. A tinge of sadness is on my spirit as i leave the treasury of david. Youll find a wealth of illuminating extracts and quotes from hundreds of commentatorscontemporaries of spurgeon as well as the great puritan expositors of the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries. The complete unabridged work is part of the swordsearcher deluxe bible study library, with commentary on any verse of the psalms just a click away. If enemies who are too strong do pursue, the lord openeth his bosom as a refuge, ps 91. David had a just cause, but his adversaries were many and mighty, and he was in danger of being run down by them.
The title page also contains the words mainly extracted from the treasury of david. The delightful study of the psalms has yielded me boundless profit and evergrowing pleasure. As david was in death, so christ the son of david was in the grave. Spurgeons commentary on psalms the treasury of david is the most exhaustive commentary on the book of psalms available, written by c. Why should sparrows and swallows be nearer to thy altars than i am, o lord of hosts, my king and my god. This is not david, because he says our shield, but davids greater son. Originally released in seven volumes, spurgeon s work has been carefully abridged by david o. Find the treasury of david by h, spurgeon c at biblio. The treasury of david, i would say, is spurgeon s best work.
It is one of the best resources on the book of psalms. Look upon him as our representative, and look upon us in him. Spurgeon s own commentary on every verse of the psalms is extremely insightful, and by itself it would have been rich enough for posterity. I cannot tell you how much god has comforted and grown us as a result of this devotional practice. The treasury of david online free at for sermon, bible study, and sunday school preparation. The treasury of david by charles spurgeon is a bible commentary on the book of psalms chapters.
Spurgeon s enduring classic, the treasury of david, has long been regarded as the most comprehensive pastoral and inspirational study of the psalms ever written. Spurgeon has applied this wisdom in the treasury of david. Our shield is thine anointedthine anointed is our shield. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or. Psalms 1 commentary charles spurgeons treasury of david. When you read this commentary, you find scores of bible teachers and commentators addressing the truths of gods word in the psalms. The treasury of david abridged by charles spurgeon. Spurgeon 18341892 charles spurgeon was a british particular baptist preacher who remains highly influential among christians of different denominations, among whom he is still known as the prince of preachers. David in his banishment envies the sparrows and the swallows that had built their nests by the house of god, more than absalom who had usurped his palace and his throne. The treasury of david, a 6volume commentary on the psalms by charles spurgeon, captures spurgeon at the height of his literary career. The complete seven volumes kindle edition by charles spurgeon. This web site has been graciously prepared by one of spurgeons most able students and scholars phil johnson.
Enduringly relevant, these choice reflections include priceless quotes from spiritual giants such as augustine, calvin, and bunyan. Various kinds of snares, and the one way of escaping them. Bible commentary on every verse in every chapter of psalms. If any one be desirous to accept these words, let them be confounded and turned backward, as they sound, he will devoutly explain the imprecation. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. The treasury of david is the most exhaustive commentary on the book of psalms available, written by c. The treasury of david, i would say, is spurgeons best work. Therefore the ungodly shall not stand in the judgment, nor sinners in the congregation of the righteous. To rejoice in temporal comforts is dangerous, to rejoice in self is fool.
Uncommonly good collectible and rare books from uncommonly good booksellers. With hundreds of thousands of copies sold, these classic commentaries have informed and inspired generations of. The complete seven volumes the kingfisher treasury of giant and monster stories the kingfisher treasury of stories david buschs canon eos rebel t51200d guide to digital slr photography david buschs digital photography guides david buschs. Preface y preface shall at least possess the virtue of brevity, as i find it difficult to impart to it any other. Eric hayden, pastor of the metropolitan tabernacle a century after spurgeon s ministry began there, calls this work spurgeon s. The treasury of david is a superb literary achievement. Spurgeons own commentary on every verse of the psalms is extremely insightful, and by itself it quite rich. Spurgeons expository comments to help the reader in his understanding of. In the second part from verse 4 to the end he contrasts the state and character of the ungodly, reveals the future, and describes, in telling language, his ultimate doom. Psalm 1 through psalm 25, spurgeon on the psalms book two. Within a decade more than 120,000 sets had been sold. It is a mystery to me as to why, as this collection of poetry, inspired by god, has some of the most profound passages. The treasury of david 7 volume set spurgeons commentary.
By samuel smith, preacher of the word at prittlewell in essex. I recommend the treasury of david, not merely as a commentary for use as a reference volume, but as one of the most beautiful devotionals ever penned. Blessed have been the days spent in meditating, mourning, hoping, believing, and rejoicing with david. Charles haddon spurgeon, the prince of preachers, composed and polished the treasury of david over the span of nearly half his ministry.
Spurgeons own commentary on every verse of the psalms is extremely insightful, and by itself it would have been rich enough for posterity. Page 3 and he shall be like a tree planted by the rivers of water, that bringeth forth his fruit in his season. Blessedsee how this book of psalms opens with a benediction, even as did the. Charles spurgeon was a british particular baptist preacher who remains highly influential among christians of different denominations, among whom he is still known as the prince of preachers. Spurgeons own commentary on every verse of the psalms is extremely insightful, and by itself is quite rich. It was originally published in installments, until finally made available in a seven volume set. He was a man after gods own heart, and yet small and despised in his own account and in account of many others.
The treasury of david took spurgeon 15 years to complete. The treasury of david 3 volumes set spurgeon, charles haddon on amazon. The ungodly are not so, but are like the chaff which the wind driveth away. The repetition notes both the extremity of the danger, and the ardency of the supplicant. Spurgeon not only gives us his own comments on the psalms, but also quotes plenty of other theologians.
Providentially, i picked up volume one, and we began reading this commentary aloud together. Pdf microsoft word html wmarkup theological markup language xml unicode text utf8. In the treasury of david you will also find a wealth of illuminating extracts and quotes. Psalm 26 through psalm 50, and the treasury of david. Spurgeon read online download listen summary formats about summary. A widelyregarded and referenced classic workdeals with one of the more popular books of the bible. This work is a compilation drawn, with permission, from the best on the web for viewing. The treasury of david by charles haddon spurgeon alibris. In his lifetime, spurgeon preached to around 10,000,000 people, often up to 10 times each. In the treasury of david you will also find a wealth of illuminating extracts and. David in no danger of losing his religion through this peril.
The treasury of david, abridged onevolume edition 9780825436833 by charles h. Spurgeon published a devotional commentary on psalm 119 the same year as the downgrade controversy. Buy the treasury of david by charles haddon spurgeon online at alibris. Read psalm 18 commentary using the treasury of david. Spurgeons enduring classic, the treasury of david, has long been regarded as the most comprehensive pastoral and inspirational study of the psalms ever written. The treasury of david share tweet save this seven volume magnum opus, by charles h. Eric hayden, pastor of the metropolitan tabernacle a century after spurgeon s ministry began there, calls this work spurgeon s magnum opus. Ideal for devotional reading or sermon preparation, the treasury of david contains some of the greatest and grandest pdf words of comfort and inspiration that have ever been penned from the preface. Eric hayden, pastor of the metropolitan tabernacle a century after spurgeons ministry began there, calls. Charles haddon spurgeon, the prince of preachers, is even today one of the most loved authors. I fail to see how this is a step beyond the previous psalm. Study the bible online using commentary on psalm 18 and more. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading the treasury of david.
If the severity and justice of god terrify, the lord offereth himself as a bird with stretched out wings to receive the supplicant, ps 91. I have looked at the modern abridgment versions of this masterpiece, and i have been disappointed. Spurgeon, was first published in weekly installments over a twentyyear span in the london metropolitan tabernacles periodical, the sword and the trowel. The talmud writers ascribe not only the ninetyfirst psalm, but the nine ensuing, to the pen of moses. If the child be assaulted, he becometh a fortress, ps 91. The treasury of david 7 volume set spurgeons commentary on. Dear pastors and bible teachers, one of the most ignored books of the bible, when it comes to preaching and teaching, is the book of psalms. Dec 27, 2006 the title page also contains the words mainly extracted from the treasury of david. Spurgeon s enduring classic, the treasury of david, has long been regarded as the most comprehensive pastoral and inspirational study of the psalms ever written originally released in seven volumes, spurgeon s work has been carefully abridged by david o. Preface my preface shall at least possess the virtue of brevity, as i find it difficult to impart to it any other. With hundreds of thousands of copies sold, these classic commentaries have informed and inspired generations of christians who have studied the psalms. The treasury of david by charles haddon spurgeon, 9780785249481, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide.
This incomparable commentary and omnibus on the psalms has been prized by christians ever since. Spurgeon s wife said that if spurgeon had never written any other work, this would have been a permanent literary memorial. On this earth, i will never find a richer storehouse, though the entire palace of revelation is open to me. Originally released in seven volumes, spurgeons work has been carefully abridged by david o. The complete seven volumes kindle edition by spurgeon, charles. This excellent psalm was composed by david when there was enough to discompose the best man in the world. To rejoice in temporal comforts is dangerous, to rejoice in self is foolish, to rejoice in sin is fatal, but to rejoice in god is heavenly. Charles spurgeons massive work provides versebyverse exposition of the psalms, along with insights from other commentators and theologians, as well as spurgeons hints to preachers. As each section was completed it was published as a volume until the seventh and final volume was. The treasury of david abridged by charles spurgeon psalm 1 verse 1. This work is a compilation drawn, with permission, from the best on the web for. The treasury of david 3 volume set spurgeon, charles haddon on.
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