Psalms 102:15
Psalms 102:15 in Multiple Translations
So the nations will fear the name of the LORD, and all the kings of the earth will fear Your glory.
So the heathen shall fear the name of the LORD, and all the kings of the earth thy glory.
So the nations shall fear the name of Jehovah, And all the kings of the earth thy glory.
So the nations will give honour to the name of the Lord, and all the kings of the earth will be in fear of his glory:
Then the nations will be in awe of who you are, Lord; all the kings of the earth will be in awe of your glory.
Then the heathen shall feare the Name of the Lord, and all the Kings of the earth thy glory,
And nations fear the name of Jehovah, And all kings of the earth Thine honour,
So the nations will fear the LORD’s name, all the kings of the earth your glory.
So the heathen shall fear the name of the LORD: and all the kings of the earth thy glory.
Man’s days are as grass, as the flower of the field so shall he flourish.
Yahweh, some day the people of other nations will revere you [MTY]; all the kings on earth will see that you are very glorious/great.
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Psalms 102:15 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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כִּֽי
רָצ֣וּ
עֲ֭בָדֶי/ךָ
אֶת
אֲבָנֶ֑י/הָ
וְֽ/אֶת
עֲפָרָ֥/הּ
יְחֹנֵֽנוּ
כִּֽי
kîy
H3588
for
Conj
רָצ֣וּ
râtsâh
H7521
to accept
V-Qal-Perf-3cp
עֲ֭בָדֶי/ךָ
ʻebed
H5650
servant/slave
N-mp | Suff
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
DirObjM
אֲבָנֶ֑י/הָ
ʼeben
H68
stone
N-fp | Suff
וְֽ/אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
Conj | DirObjM
עֲפָרָ֥/הּ
ʻâphâr
H6083
dust
N-ms | Suff
יְחֹנֵֽנוּ
chânan
H2603
be gracious
V-m-Imperf-3mp
Hebrew Word Study
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Hebrew Word Reference — Psalms 102:15
כִּֽי
kîy
H3588
"for"
Conj
A conjunction used to show cause or connection, as in Genesis 2:23 where Adam says the woman is bone of his bone because she was taken out of him. It is often translated as 'for', 'because', or 'since'.
Definition: 1) that, for, because, when, as though, as, because that, but, then, certainly, except, surely, since 1a) that 1a1) yea, indeed 1b) when (of time) 1b1) when, if, though (with a concessive force) 1c) because, since (causal connection) 1d) but (after negative) 1e) that if, for if, indeed if, for though, but if 1f) but rather, but 1g) except that 1h) only, nevertheless 1i) surely 1j) that is 1k) but if 1l) for though 1m) forasmuch as, for therefore
Usage: Occurs in 3910 OT verses. KJV: and, + (forasmuch, inasmuch, where-) as, assured(-ly), + but, certainly, doubtless, + else, even, + except, for, how, (because, in, so, than) that, + nevertheless, now, rightly, seeing, since, surely, then, therefore, + (al-) though, + till, truly, + until, when, whether, while, whom, yea, yet. See also: Genesis 1:4; Genesis 26:16; Genesis 42:15.
רָצ֣וּ
râtsâh
H7521
"to accept"
V-Qal-Perf-3cp
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means to accept or be pleased with something, like God accepting our prayers. It appears in Psalms and Proverbs, showing God's favor towards us. This word is about being satisfied or delighted.
Definition: 1) to be pleased with, be favourable to, accept favourably 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to be pleased with, be favourable to 1a2) to accept 1a3) to be pleased, be determined 1a4) to make acceptable, satisfy 1a5) to please 1b) (Niphal) to be accepted, be pleased with 1c) (Piel) to seek favour of 1d) (Hiphil) to please, pay off 1e) (Hithpael) to make oneself acceptable or pleasing
Usage: Occurs in 55 OT verses. KJV: (be) accept(-able), accomplish, set affection, approve, consent with, delight (self), enjoy, (be, have a) favour(-able), like, observe, pardon, (be, have, take) please(-ure), reconcile self. See also: Genesis 33:10; Psalms 50:18; Psalms 40:14.
עֲ֭בָדֶי/ךָ
ʻebed
H5650
"servant/slave"
N-mp | Suff
This word refers to a servant or slave, often in the context of serving God or a human master. It can also describe a prophet or Levite. The KJV translates it as bondage, bondman, or servant.
Definition: 1) slave, servant 1a) slave, servant, man-servant 1b) subjects 1c) servants, worshippers (of God) 1d) servant (in special sense as prophets, Levites etc) 1e) servant (of Israel) 1f) servant (as form of address between equals) Aramaic equivalent: a.vad (עֲבַד "servant/slave" H5649)
Usage: Occurs in 714 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] bondage, bondman, (bond-) servant, (man-) servant. See also: Genesis 9:25; Exodus 11:3; 1 Samuel 8:16.
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
DirObjM
In the original Hebrew, this word points out the object of a verb or preposition, like 'namely' or 'even'. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus. It's not directly translated in English, but helps clarify the meaning of sentences.
Definition: sign of the definite direct object, not translated in English but generally preceding and indicating the accusative Aramaic equivalent: yat (יָת "whom" H3487)
Usage: Occurs in 6782 OT verses. KJV: (as such unrepresented in English). See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 10:8; Genesis 19:21.
אֲבָנֶ֑י/הָ
ʼeben
H68
"stone"
N-fp | Suff
In the Bible, this word refers to a stone, which could be a rock, a weight, or even a precious gem. It is used to describe a variety of objects, from building materials to hailstones. The KJV translates it as stone or weight.
Definition: : weight 1) stone (large or small) 1a) common stone (in natural state) 1b) stone, as material 1b1) of tablets 1b2) marble, hewn stones 1c) precious stones, stones of fire 1d) stones containing metal (ore), tool for work or weapon 1e) weight 1f) plummet (stones of destruction) also made of metal 1g) stonelike objects, eg hailstones, stony heart, ice 1h) sacred object, as memorial Samuel set up to mark where God helped Israel to defeat the Philistines 1i) (simile) 1i1) sinking in water, motionlessness 1i2) strength, firmness, solidity 1i3) commonness 1j) (metaph) 1j1) petrified with terror 1j2) perverse, hard heart
Usage: Occurs in 239 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] carbuncle, [phrase] mason, [phrase] plummet, (chalk-, hail-, head-, sling-) stone(-ny), (divers) weight(-s). See also: Genesis 2:12; 1 Samuel 6:15; Psalms 91:12.
וְֽ/אֶת
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
Conj | DirObjM
In the original Hebrew, this word points out the object of a verb or preposition, like 'namely' or 'even'. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus. It's not directly translated in English, but helps clarify the meaning of sentences.
Definition: sign of the definite direct object, not translated in English but generally preceding and indicating the accusative Aramaic equivalent: yat (יָת "whom" H3487)
Usage: Occurs in 6782 OT verses. KJV: (as such unrepresented in English). See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 10:8; Genesis 19:21.
עֲפָרָ֥/הּ
ʻâphâr
H6083
"dust"
N-ms | Suff
Aphar means dust or dry earth, and is also used to describe clay, earth, or mortar. It appears in various forms throughout the Bible.
Definition: 1) dry earth, dust, powder, ashes, earth, ground, mortar, rubbish 1a) dry or loose earth 1b) debris 1c) mortar 1d) ore
Usage: Occurs in 103 OT verses. KJV: ashes, dust, earth, ground, morter, powder, rubbish. See also: Genesis 2:7; Job 28:6; Psalms 7:6.
יְחֹנֵֽנוּ
chânan
H2603
"be gracious"
V-m-Imperf-3mp
This Hebrew word means to show kindness or favor, often by bending or stooping to help someone in need, as seen in the actions of God towards his people.
Definition: 1) to be gracious, show favour, pity 1a) (Qal) to show favour, be gracious 1b) (Niphal) to be pitied 1c) (Piel) to make gracious, make favourable, be gracious 1d) (Poel) to direct favour to, have mercy on 1e) (Hophal) to be shown favour, be shown consideration 1f) (Hithpael) to seek favour, implore favour
Usage: Occurs in 73 OT verses. KJV: beseech, [idiom] fair, (be, find, shew) favour(-able), be (deal, give, grant (gracious(-ly), intreat, (be) merciful, have (shew) mercy (on, upon), have pity upon, pray, make supplication, [idiom] very. See also: Genesis 33:5; Psalms 37:21; Psalms 4:2.
Study Notes — Psalms 102:15
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- Context
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- Psalms 102:15 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Psalms 102:15
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 102:15
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 102:15
- Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 102:15
- Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 102:15
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 102:15
- Cambridge Bible on Psalms 102:15
- Barnes' Notes on Psalms 102:15
- Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 102:15
- Sermons on Psalms 102:15
Context — The Prayer of the Afflicted
13You will rise up and have compassion on Zion, for it is time to show her favor— the appointed time has come.
14For Your servants delight in her stones and take pity on her dust.
15So the nations will fear the name of the LORD, and all the kings of the earth will fear Your glory.
16For the LORD will rebuild Zion; He has appeared in His glory. 17He will turn toward the prayer of the destitute; He will not despise their prayer.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | 1 Kings 8:43 | then may You hear from heaven, Your dwelling place, and do according to all for which the foreigner calls to You. Then all the peoples of the earth will know Your name and fear You, as do Your people Israel, and they will know that this house I have built is called by Your Name. |
| 2 | Psalms 138:4 | All the kings of the earth will give You thanks, O LORD, when they hear the words of Your mouth. |
| 3 | Isaiah 60:3–22 | Nations will come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your dawn. Lift up your eyes and look around: They all gather and come to you; your sons will come from afar, and your daughters will be carried on the arm. Then you will look and be radiant, and your heart will tremble and swell with joy, because the riches of the sea will be brought to you, and the wealth of the nations will come to you. Caravans of camels will cover your land, young camels of Midian and Ephah, and all from Sheba will come, bearing gold and frankincense and proclaiming the praises of the LORD. All the flocks of Kedar will be gathered to you; the rams of Nebaioth will serve you and go up on My altar with acceptance; I will adorn My glorious house. Who are these who fly like clouds, like doves to their shelters? Surely the islands will wait for Me, with the ships of Tarshish in the lead, to bring your children from afar, with their silver and gold, to the honor of the LORD your God, the Holy One of Israel, for He has glorified you. Foreigners will rebuild your walls, and their kings will serve you. Although I struck you in anger, yet in favor I will show you mercy. Your gates will always stand open; they will never be shut, day or night, so that the wealth of the nations may be brought into you, with their kings being led in procession. For the nation or kingdom that will not serve you will perish; it will be utterly destroyed. The glory of Lebanon will come to you— its cypress, elm, and boxwood together— to adorn the place of My sanctuary, and I will glorify the place of My feet. The sons of your oppressors will come and bow down to you; all who reviled you will fall facedown at your feet and call you the City of the LORD, Zion of the Holy One of Israel. Whereas you have been forsaken and despised, with no one passing through, I will make you an everlasting pride, a joy from age to age. You will drink the milk of nations and nurse at the breasts of royalty; you will know that I, the LORD, am your Savior and your Redeemer, the Mighty One of Jacob. Instead of bronze I will bring you gold; I will bring silver in place of iron, bronze instead of wood, and iron instead of stones. I will appoint peace as your governor and righteousness as your ruler. No longer will violence be heard in your land, nor ruin or destruction within your borders. But you will name your walls Salvation and your gates Praise. No longer will the sun be your light by day, nor the brightness of the moon shine on your night; for the LORD will be your everlasting light, and your God will be your splendor. Your sun will no longer set, and your moon will not wane; for the LORD will be your everlasting light, and the days of your sorrow will cease. Then all your people will be righteous; they will possess the land forever; they are the branch of My planting, the work of My hands, so that I may be glorified. The least of you will become a thousand, and the smallest a mighty nation. I am the LORD; in its time I will accomplish it quickly. |
| 4 | Psalms 86:9 | All the nations You have made will come and bow before You, O Lord, and they will glorify Your name. |
| 5 | Zechariah 8:20–23 | This is what the LORD of Hosts says: “Peoples will yet come—the residents of many cities— and the residents of one city will go to another, saying: ‘Let us go at once to plead before the LORD and to seek the LORD of Hosts. I myself am going.’ And many peoples and strong nations will come to seek the LORD of Hosts in Jerusalem and to plead before the LORD.” This is what the LORD of Hosts says: “In those days ten men from the nations of every tongue will tightly grasp the robe of a Jew, saying, ‘Let us go with you, for we have heard that God is with you.’” |
| 6 | Psalms 72:11 | May all kings bow down to him and all nations serve him. |
| 7 | Psalms 67:2–4 | that Your ways may be known on earth, Your salvation among all nations. Let the peoples praise You, O God; let all the peoples praise You. Let the nations be glad and sing for joy, for You judge the peoples justly and lead the nations of the earth. Selah |
| 8 | Psalms 68:31–32 | Envoys will arrive from Egypt; Cush will stretch out her hands to God. Sing to God, O kingdoms of the earth; sing praises to the Lord— Selah |
| 9 | Revelation 11:15 | Then the seventh angel sounded his trumpet, and loud voices called out in heaven: “The kingdom of the world has become the kingdom of our Lord and of His Christ, and He will reign forever and ever.” |
| 10 | Revelation 21:24 | By its light the nations will walk, and into it the kings of the earth will bring their glory. |
Psalms 102:15 Summary
[This verse is saying that one day, all the nations and kings of the earth will be in awe of God's power and majesty, and they will respect and honor Him. This is similar to what is described in Psalms 22:27-28, where it says 'All the ends of the earth will remember and turn to the LORD, and all the families of the nations will bow down before Him'. As believers, we can be a part of spreading the fear of the LORD to the nations by sharing the gospel and living out our faith in a way that honors God. By doing so, we can help to bring about a greater awareness and reverence for God's glory, as mentioned in Habakkuk 2:14, which says 'For the earth will be filled with the knowledge of the glory of the LORD, as the waters cover the sea']
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean for the nations to fear the name of the LORD?
This means that the nations will have a deep respect and awe for who God is, similar to what is described in Psalms 96:4, where it says 'For great is the LORD and most worthy of praise'
How will the nations come to fear the name of the LORD?
The nations will come to fear the name of the LORD as they see God's glory and power displayed, as mentioned in Isaiah 40:5, which says 'And the glory of the LORD will be revealed, and all mankind together will see it'
What is the relationship between fearing the name of the LORD and fearing His glory?
Fearing the name of the LORD and fearing His glory are closely related, as God's name represents His character and nature, and His glory represents His power and majesty, as seen in Psalms 138:5, which says 'They will sing of the ways of the LORD, for great is the glory of the LORD'
How does this verse relate to the restoration of Zion?
This verse is connected to the restoration of Zion, as mentioned in the preceding verses, Psalms 102:13-14, where God promises to rise up and have compassion on Zion, and the following verses, Psalms 102:16-17, where God promises to rebuild Zion and answer the prayers of the destitute
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways that I can demonstrate a fear of the LORD in my own life, and how can I inspire others to do the same?
- How can I balance a healthy fear of the LORD with a deep love and appreciation for His character and nature?
- In what ways can I be a part of spreading the fear of the LORD to the nations, and what role can I play in displaying God's glory to those around me?
- What are some areas in my life where I need to fear the LORD more, and how can I cultivate a deeper reverence for Him?
Gill's Exposition on Psalms 102:15
So the Heathen shall fear the name of the Lord,.... Whose name is reverend, and to be feared; especially the glorious and fearful name "Jehovah", expressive of the divine existence, of his eternity
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 102:15
So the heathen shall fear the name of the LORD, and all the kings of the earth thy glory. So - as the blessed result of the Lord's having mercy upon Zion.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 102:15
Which was in some sort fulfilled when the rebuilding of the temple and city of God was carried on and finished through so many and great difficulties and oppositions, to the admiration, envy, and terror of their enemies, as we read, ; compare ; but much more truly and fully in building of the spiritual Jerusalem by Christ, unto whom the Gentiles were gathered, and the princes of the world paid their acknowledgments.
Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 102:15
Psalms 102:15 So the heathen shall fear the name of the LORD, and all the kings of the earth thy glory.Ver. 15. So the heathen shall fear, &c.] By the restoration of Jerusalem, where the Messiah was to be born and manifested, the everlasting gospel shall be preached, and the Gentiles converted to the faith. And all the kings of the earth] Caught by those fishermen, and their successors in the ministry.
Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 102:15
(15) Heathen.—The same result of the restoration of the Holy City, viz., the recognition of Jehovah’s power and glory by the heathen, occupies the great prophecy, Isaiah 40-46.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 102:15
Verse 15. So the heathen shall fear the name of the Lord] It is granted that after the edict of Cyrus to restore and rebuild Jerusalem, which was about four hundred and ninety years before Christ, the name of the true God was more generally known among the heathen; and the translating the Sacred Writings into Greek, by the command of Ptolemy Philadelphus, king of Egypt, about two hundred and eighty-five years before the Christian era, spread a measure of the light of God in the Gentile world which they had not before seen. Add to this, the dispersion of the Jews into different parts of the Roman empire, after Judea became a Roman province, which took place about sixty years before the advent of our Lord; and we may consider these as so many preparatory steps to the conversion of the heathen by the Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ. And to this last general illumination of the Gentile world the psalmist must allude here, when he speaks of "the heathen fearing God's name, and all the kings of the earth his glory."
Cambridge Bible on Psalms 102:15
15. So the nations &c.] The restoration of Zion will be the prelude to the conversion of the world. God’s manifestation of His power and His faithfulness towards His people will win the homage of all the nations. This is a fundamental thought in Isaiah 40-66. See especially Isaiah 59:19; Isaiah 60:3.
Barnes' Notes on Psalms 102:15
So the heathen - The nations. That is, The surrounding people, who hear what thou hast done for thy people, will see the evidence that thou art God, and learn to love and worship thee.
Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 102:15
15. So the heathen shall fear the name—Both the exile and the deliverance shall bear such marks of the supremacy and providence of Jehovah, that the nations shall be impressed with fear of his name.
Sermons on Psalms 102:15
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K-505 Israel as the Missing Key by Art Katz | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the ultimate demonstration that the church is called to be. He emphasizes that the church should strive to impress and move those who have his |
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The Incarnation Part 10 - "The First Prophecy" by Charles Alexander | Charles Alexander delves into the profound prophecies fulfilled in the early history of Jesus, focusing on the journey of the wise men, the flight into Egypt, and the return to Naz |
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Seeking and Saving the Lost by Part 2 by Chip Brogden | This sermon emphasizes the all-encompassing nature of God's will, highlighting the desire for all to come to repentance and be presented perfect in Christ. It challenges the notion |
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Sing Unto the Lord by Basilea Schlink | The video is a sermon on the topic of glorifying God and bringing honor to Him. The speaker emphasizes that God deserves our honor and praise because He is all-powerful, all-knowin |
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God Claims All by Andrew Murray | Andrew Murray emphasizes that all things originate from God and ultimately return to Him, underscoring that the chief purpose of humanity is to glorify God and enjoy Him forever. H |
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The Message of Psalms by G. Campbell Morgan | G. Campbell Morgan emphasizes the profound truths about worship as revealed in the Psalms, highlighting the conception of God as Jehovah, Elohim, and Adonahy, which compels worship |
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I. the Jewish Sign by Lewis Sperry Chafer | Lewis Sperry Chafer emphasizes the significance of Israel in God's plan for the earth, highlighting how all other nations are considered in relation to Israel in the Bible. He dist |