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Psalms 67:2-5 Young's Literal Translation (YLT)

2 For the knowledge in earth of Thy way, among all nations of Thy salvation.

3 Praise Thee do peoples, O God, Praise Thee do peoples, all of them.

4 Rejoice and sing do nations, For Thou judgest peoples uprightly, And peoples on earth comfortest. Selah.

5 Confess Thee do peoples, O God, Confess Thee do peoples -- all of them.

Commentary on Psalms 67 Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible


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).

2. thy way—of gracious dealing (Isa 55:8), as explained by—

saving health—or literally, "salvation."

3-5. Thanks will be rendered for the blessings of His wise and holy government (compare Isa 2:3, 4; 11:4).

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.