all sheep and oxen, and even the beasts of the field,
PSALM 8. David, reflecting upon God’s fatherly beneficence towards mankind, is not content with simply giving thanks for it, but is enraptured by the contemplation of it. To the chief musician upon Hagittith. A song of David. Psalm 8:1 1. O Jehovah, our Lord!
Commenting on Psalm 8:1-9
These verses may set forth man's position among the creatures before he fell; but as they are, by the apostle Paul, appropriated to man as represented by the Lord Jesus, it is best to give most weight to that meaning.
Commenting on Psalm 8:5
David here goes on to magnify the honour of God by recounting the honours he has put upon man, especially the man Christ Jesus. The condescensions of the divine grace call for our praises as much as the elevations of the divine glory. How God has condescended in favour to man the psalmist here observes with wonder and thankfulness, and recommends it to our thoughts. See here, I.
Commenting on Psalm 8:3-9