Commentaries:
Jamieson, Fausset, and Brown
all things--including death (compare Ephesians 1:22; Philippians 3:21; Hebrews 2:8; 1 Peter 3:22). It is said, "hath put," for what God has said is the same as if it were already done, so sure is it. Paul here quotes Psalms 8:6 in proof of his previous declaration, "For (it is written), 'He hath put all things under His feet.'"
under his feet--as His footstool (Psalms 110:1). In perfect and lasting subjection.
when he--namely, God, who by His Spirit inspired the Psalmist.
Other commentary entries containing this verse:
Psalms 8:5-8
Psalms 110:1
Zechariah 6:13
1 Corinthians 11:3
Ephesians 1:22
Philippians 2:11
Hebrews 2:8
Hebrews 10:13
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