Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary < PSALM 67
Ps 67:1-7. A prayer that, by God's blessing on His people, His salvation and praise may be extended over the earth. 1. cause his face to shine—show us favor (Nu 6:24, 25; Ps 31:16). That thy way may be known upon earth, thy saving health among all nations. 2. thy way—of gracious dealing (Isa 55:8), as explained by—
saving health—or literally, "salvation." Let the people praise thee, O God; let all the people praise thee. 3-5. Thanks will be rendered for the blessings of His wise and holy government (compare Isa 2:3, 4; 11:4).
O let the nations be glad and sing for joy: for thou shalt judge the people righteously, and govern the nations upon earth. Selah.
Let the people praise thee, O God; let all the people praise thee.
Then shall the earth yield her increase; and God, even our own God, shall bless us. 6, 7. The blessings of a fruitful harvest are mentioned as types of greater and spiritual blessings, under which all nations shall fear and love God.
God shall bless us; and all the ends of the earth shall fear him. |
