40 I lift my hand to heaven and solemnly swear: As surely as I live forever,
40 For I lift up my hand to heaven, and say, I live for ever.
40 For I lift up my hand to heaven and swear, As I live forever,
40 I raise my hand in solemn oath; I say, 'I'm always around. By that very life I promise:
40 For I raise My hand to heaven, And say, "As I live forever,
40 Now I raise my hand to heaven and declare, "As surely as I live,
Matthew Henry's Commentary on Deuteronomy 32:40
Commentary on Deuteronomy 32:39-43
(Read Deuteronomy 32:39-43)
This conclusion of the song speaks, 1. Glory to God. No escape can be made from his power. 2. It speaks terror to his enemies. Terror indeed to those who hate him. The wrath of God is here revealed from heaven against them. 3. It speaks comfort to his own people. The song concludes with words of joy. Whatever judgments are brought upon sinners, it shall go well with the people of God.