Psalms 67

Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible, Robert Jamieson, A. R. Fausset, David Brown (1871). Conservative evangelical (Church of Scotland and Anglican); concise and critical.

Introduction to chapter 67

A prayer that, by God's blessing on His people, His salvation and praise may be extended over the earth. (Psa 67:1-7)

cause his face to shine — show us favor (Num 6:24-25; Psa 31:16).

Psalms 67:2

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

saving health — or literally, "salvation."

Psalms 67:3

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

Psalms 67:6

The blessings of a fruitful harvest are mentioned as types of greater and spiritual blessings, under which all nations shall fear and love God.

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