JFB Commentary

Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Commentary

Psalms 67

Public-domain commentary by Jamieson, Fausset, and Brown.

Commentary Notes

v1

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 7Num 6 24Num 6 25Ps 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 3Isa 2 4Isa 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.