Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Commentary
Psalms 67
Public-domain commentary by Jamieson, Fausset, and Brown.
Commentary Notes
4 sectionsv1
Psalms 67:1
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).
- Ps 67 1-Ps 67 7
- Num 6 24
- Num 6 25
- Ps 31 16
v2
Psalms 67:2
2. thy way —of gracious dealing (Isa 55:8), as explained by—
saving health —or literally, "salvation."
- Isa 55 8
v3
Psalms 67:3
3-5. Thanks will be rendered for the blessings of His wise and holy government (compare Isa 2:3, 4; 11:4).
- Isa 2 3
- Isa 2 4
- Isa 11 4
v6
Psalms 67:6
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.