Psalms 61:6
Psalms 61:6 in Multiple Translations
Increase the days of the king’s life; may his years span many generations.
Thou wilt prolong the king’s life: and his years as many generations.
Thou wilt prolong the king’s life; His years shall be as many generations.
You will give the king long life; and make his years go on through the generations.
Please give the king many extra years; may his reign last through generations.
Thou shalt giue the King a long life: his yeeres shalbe as many ages.
Days to the days of the king Thou addest, His years as generation and generation.
You will prolong the king’s life. His years will be for generations.
Thou wilt prolong the king's life: and his years as many generations.
But be thou, O my soul, subject to God: for from him is my patience.
I am the king of Israel; please allow me to live and rule for many years, and allow my descendants to rule also.
Berean Amplified Bible — Psalms 61:6
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Psalms 61:6 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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כִּֽי
אַתָּ֣ה
אֱ֭לֹהִים
שָׁמַ֣עְתָּ
לִ/נְדָרָ֑/י
נָתַ֥תָּ
יְ֝רֻשַּׁ֗ת
יִרְאֵ֥י
שְׁמֶֽ/ךָ
כִּֽי
kîy
H3588
for
Conj
אַתָּ֣ה
ʼattâh
H859
you(m.s.)
Pron
אֱ֭לֹהִים
ʼĕlôhîym
H430
God
N-mp
שָׁמַ֣עְתָּ
shâmaʻ
H8085
to hear
V-Qal-Perf-2ms
לִ/נְדָרָ֑/י
neder
H5088
vow
Prep | N-mp | Suff
נָתַ֥תָּ
nâthan
H5414
to give
V-Qal-Perf-2ms
יְ֝רֻשַּׁ֗ת
yᵉrushshâh
H3425
possession
N-fs
יִרְאֵ֥י
yârêʼ
H3373
afraid
Adj
שְׁמֶֽ/ךָ
shêm
H8034
name
N-ms | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — Psalms 61:6
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.
אַתָּ֣ה
ʼattâh
H859
"you(m.s.)"
Pron
You is the translation of a Hebrew word used to address someone directly, like when God says you to someone in the Bible. It can be singular or plural, and is often translated as thee, thou, or ye.
Definition: you (second pers. sing. masc.)
Usage: Occurs in 997 OT verses. KJV: thee, thou, ye, you. See also: Genesis 3:11; Exodus 23:9; Deuteronomy 14:1.
אֱ֭לֹהִים
ʼĕlôhîym
H430
"God"
N-mp
The Hebrew word for God, elohim, refers to the one supreme God, and is sometimes used to show respect to judges or magistrates. It is also used to describe angels or mighty beings. This word is closely related to the name of the Lord, Yahweh, and is often translated as God or gods in the Bible.
Definition: This name means "gods" (plural intensive-singular meaning), "God" Another name of ye.ho.vah (יהוה "LORD" H3068G)
Usage: Occurs in 2246 OT verses. KJV: angels, [idiom] exceeding, God (gods) (-dess, -ly), [idiom] (very) great, judges, [idiom] mighty. See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 22:12; Exodus 3:11.
שָׁמַ֣עְתָּ
shâmaʻ
H8085
"to hear"
V-Qal-Perf-2ms
To hear and listen is what this Hebrew word means, often implying attention and obedience. In Exodus and Deuteronomy, it is used when God speaks to the people, and they must listen and obey.
Definition: : hear v 1) to hear, listen to, obey 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to hear (perceive by ear) 1a2) to hear of or concerning 1a3) to hear (have power to hear) 1a4) to hear with attention or interest, listen to 1a5) to understand (language) 1a6) to hear (of judicial cases) 1a7) to listen, give heed 1a7a) to consent, agree 1a7b) to grant request 1a8) to listen to, yield to 1a9) to obey, be obedient 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be heard (of voice or sound) 1b2) to be heard of 1b3) to be regarded, be obeyed 1c) (Piel) to cause to hear, call to hear, summon 1d) (Hiphil) 1d1) to cause to hear, tell, proclaim, utter a sound 1d2) to sound aloud (musical term) 1d3) to make proclamation, summon 1d4) to cause to be heard n m 2) sound
Usage: Occurs in 1072 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] attentively, call (gather) together, [idiom] carefully, [idiom] certainly, consent, consider, be content, declare, [idiom] diligently, discern, give ear, (cause to, let, make to) hear(-ken, tell), [idiom] indeed, listen, make (a) noise, (be) obedient, obey, perceive, (make a) proclaim(-ation), publish, regard, report, shew (forth), (make a) sound, [idiom] surely, tell, understand, whosoever (heareth), witness. See also: Genesis 3:8; Exodus 32:18; Deuteronomy 27:9.
לִ/נְדָרָ֑/י
neder
H5088
"vow"
Prep | N-mp | Suff
A vow is a promise made to God, like the one Jephthah made in Judges 11:30-31. It can also refer to the thing promised, such as an offering. Vows are recorded in the Bible as important commitments.
Definition: vow, votive offering
Usage: Occurs in 57 OT verses. KJV: vow(-ed). See also: Genesis 28:20; Deuteronomy 12:11; Psalms 22:26.
נָתַ֥תָּ
nâthan
H5414
"to give"
V-Qal-Perf-2ms
This word means to give, put, or set something, with a wide range of applications. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus, describing God's actions and human interactions. The word is used to convey giving, selling, or exchanging something.
Definition: : give/deliver/send/produce 1) to give, put, set 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to give, bestow, grant, permit, ascribe, employ, devote, consecrate, dedicate, pay wages, sell, exchange, lend, commit, entrust, give over, deliver up, yield produce, occasion, produce, requite to, report, mention, utter, stretch out, extend 1a2) to put, set, put on, put upon, set, appoint, assign, designate 1a3) to make, constitute 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be given, be bestowed, be provided, be entrusted to, be granted to, be permitted, be issued, be published, be uttered, be assigned 1b2) to be set, be put, be made, be inflicted 1c) (Hophal) 1c1) to be given, be bestowed, be given up, be delivered up 1c2) to be put upon
Usage: Occurs in 1816 OT verses. KJV: add, apply, appoint, ascribe, assign, [idiom] avenge, [idiom] be (healed), bestow, bring (forth, hither), cast, cause, charge, come, commit, consider, count, [phrase] cry, deliver (up), direct, distribute, do, [idiom] doubtless, [idiom] without fail, fasten, frame, [idiom] get, give (forth, over, up), grant, hang (up), [idiom] have, [idiom] indeed, lay (unto charge, up), (give) leave, lend, let (out), [phrase] lie, lift up, make, [phrase] O that, occupy, offer, ordain, pay, perform, place, pour, print, [idiom] pull, put (forth), recompense, render, requite, restore, send (out), set (forth), shew, shoot forth (up), [phrase] sing, [phrase] slander, strike, (sub-) mit, suffer, [idiom] surely, [idiom] take, thrust, trade, turn, utter, [phrase] weep, [phrase] willingly, [phrase] withdraw, [phrase] would (to) God, yield. See also: Genesis 1:17; Genesis 40:21; Exodus 30:12.
יְ֝רֻשַּׁ֗ת
yᵉrushshâh
H3425
"possession"
N-fs
Inheritance refers to something passed down to someone, like a family heirloom or a piece of land. It describes what is given to the next generation to own and occupy.
Definition: possession, inheritance
Usage: Occurs in 12 OT verses. KJV: heritage, inheritance, possession. See also: Deuteronomy 2:5; Joshua 12:6; Psalms 61:6.
יִרְאֵ֥י
yârêʼ
H3373
"afraid"
Adj
This word describes someone who is afraid or fearful, and is also used to convey a sense of reverence or respect. It's often translated as 'afraid' in the KJV. In the Bible, it's used to describe people's reactions to God or scary situations.
Definition: fearing, reverent, afraid
Usage: Occurs in 54 OT verses. KJV: afraid, fear (-ful). See also: Genesis 22:12; Psalms 103:17; Psalms 15:4.
שְׁמֶֽ/ךָ
shêm
H8034
"name"
N-ms | Suff
In the Bible, a name represents a person's identity, honor, and character, like God's name symbolizing His power and authority. It appears in Genesis and other books, often referring to God's name or a person's reputation. This concept is central to understanding biblical identity.
Definition: 1) name 1a) name 1b) reputation, fame, glory 1c) the Name (as designation of God) 1d) memorial, monument Aramaic equivalent: shum (שֻׁם "name" H8036)
Usage: Occurs in 771 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] base, (in-) fame(-ous), named(-d), renown, report. See also: Genesis 2:11; Exodus 3:15; Deuteronomy 16:6.
Study Notes — Psalms 61:6
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- Context
- Cross References
- Psalms 61:6 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Psalms 61:6
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 61:6
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 61:6
- Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 61:6
- Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 61:6
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 61:6
- Cambridge Bible on Psalms 61:6
- Barnes' Notes on Psalms 61:6
- Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 61:6
- Sermons on Psalms 61:6
Context — You Have Heard My Vows
4Let me dwell in Your tent forever and take refuge in the shelter of Your wings. Selah
5For You have heard my vows, O God; You have given me the inheritance reserved for those who fear Your name.
6Increase the days of the king’s life; may his years span many generations.
7May he sit enthroned in God’s presence forever; appoint Your loving devotion and Your faithfulness to guard him. 8Then I will ever sing praise to Your name and fulfill my vows day by day.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Psalms 21:4 | He asked You for life, and You granted it— length of days, forever and ever. |
| 2 | Psalms 89:36–37 | his offspring shall endure forever, and his throne before Me like the sun, like the moon, established forever, a faithful witness in the sky.” Selah |
| 3 | Psalms 21:6 | For You grant him blessings forever; You cheer him with joy in Your presence. |
| 4 | Psalms 72:15–17 | Long may he live! May gold from Sheba be given him. May people ever pray for him; may they bless him all day long. May there be an abundance of grain in the land; may it sway atop the hills. May its fruit trees flourish like the forests of Lebanon, and its people like the grass of the field. May his name endure forever; may his name continue as long as the sun shines. In him may all nations be blessed; may they call him blessed. |
| 5 | Isaiah 53:10 | Yet it was the LORD’s will to crush Him and to cause Him to suffer; and when His soul is made a guilt offering, He will see His offspring, He will prolong His days, and the good pleasure of the LORD will prosper in His hand. |
Psalms 61:6 Summary
This verse is a prayer for a king's life to be long and blessed, which is a way of asking God to bless and protect him. The idea is that if the king's life is extended, he will have more time to serve God and lead his people wisely, as we see in Proverbs 3:1-2. By praying for someone's life to be extended, we are asking God to give them more time to fulfill their purpose and live a life that honors Him, which is a beautiful way to show love and care for others, just like we see in Psalms 133:1-3. This verse reminds us that our lives are in God's hands, and we can trust Him to guide and direct us, as we read in Jeremiah 29:11.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the king's long life in Psalms 61:6?
The king's long life is a symbol of God's blessing and favor, as seen in Deuteronomy 17:20, where a long reign is a result of following God's commands. This verse is a prayer for the king's prosperity and longevity, reflecting the importance of wise and just leadership in Israel.
Who is the king being referred to in Psalms 61:6?
The king in this verse is likely King David, who wrote many of the Psalms, including this one. However, the prayer for the king's long life can also be applied to other leaders, including Jesus Christ, who is the ultimate King of kings (Revelation 19:16).
How does this verse relate to the concept of inheritance in Psalms 61:5?
The prayer for the king's long life in Psalms 61:6 is connected to the idea of inheritance in Psalms 61:5, where the psalmist speaks of receiving an inheritance from God. The king's long life is a way of ensuring the continuation of God's promises and blessings to His people, as seen in Psalms 105:8-11.
What is the relationship between the king's life and God's presence in Psalms 61:7?
The prayer for the king's long life in Psalms 61:6 is followed by a prayer for the king to sit enthroned in God's presence forever in Psalms 61:7. This highlights the importance of the king's relationship with God, and how his longevity is tied to his faithfulness to God, as seen in Psalms 91:14-16.
Reflection Questions
- What does it mean to pray for someone's life to be extended, and how can I apply this to my own prayers for others?
- How does the concept of a king's long life relate to my own life and legacy, and what can I learn from this verse about living a life that honors God?
- What are some ways I can 'increase the days' of someone's life, whether it's through prayer, support, or encouragement, and how can I be a blessing to those around me?
- How can I balance the desire for a long and prosperous life with the knowledge that my time on earth is limited, and what does this verse teach me about prioritizing my relationship with God?
Gill's Exposition on Psalms 61:6
Thou wilt prolong the King's life,.... Or "add days to the days of the King" (a).
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 61:6
For thou, O God, hast heard my vows: thou hast given me the heritage of those that fear thy name. -Ground of his confidence-namely, the prophetic Word of God (2 Samuel 7:1-29), which guarantees to him eternal dominion. Verse 5.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 61:6
The king’ s life, i.e. my life. He calls himself king, either, 1. Because he was actually king, though Absalom usurped the throne; or, 2. Because he was designed and anointed to be king; and by calling himself king, he supports himself under his present straits, and declares his confidence in God’ s promise of the kingdom to him. Yet we must not think that David did commonly and publicly call or own himself to be king, which had neither been true nor convenient for his affairs; but this Psalm either was not composed whilst Saul lived, or at least was penned only for his private use and comfort, and not committed to the chief musician; which indeed it could not be till David had the kingdom, and the inspection of the sacred music and service of the tabernacle. His years, i.e. the years of my life and reign. As many generations; as long as if I had a lease of it for many ages. Thus he speaks, partly because his kingdom was not like Saul’ s, a matter of one age, expiring with his life, but established to him and his heirs for ever; and partly because Christ, his Son and Heir, should actually and in his own person possess the kingdom for ever.
Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 61:6
Psalms 61:6 Thou wilt prolong the king’ s life: [and] his years as many generations. Ver. 6. Thou wilt prolong the king’ s life] The King Christ, saith the Chaldee, who shall see his seed, he shall prolong his days, and the pleasure of the Lord shah prosper in his hand, Isaiah 53:10. David himself also lived and reigned longer than most kings do, being old and full of days. And his years as many generations] sc. In his sons and successors. So Psalms 72:17, Filiabitur heroine eius. The name of Christ shall endure for ever, it shall be begotten as one generation is begotten of another, there shall be a succession of Christ’ s name.
Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 61:6
(6) See margin, and render as a prayer.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 61:6
Verse 6. Thou wilt prolong the king's life] The words are very emphatic, and can refer to no ordinary person. Literally, "Days upon days thou wilt add to the king; and his years shall be like the generations of this world, and the generations of the world to come." This is precisely the paraphrase I had given to this text before I had looked into the Chaldee Version; and to which I need add nothing, as I am persuaded no earthly king is intended: and it is Christ, as Mediator, that "shall abide before God for ever," Psalms 61:7. Neither to David, nor to any earthly sovereign, can these words be applied.
Cambridge Bible on Psalms 61:6
6. Thou wilt prolong the king’s life] Lit., Thou wilt add days to the days of the king. Cp. 2 Kings 20:6. From speaking of the people (Psalms 61:5), David passes to speak of himself. His life had been in danger: but now the danger was over. At first sight the words may seem to be those of another, speaking of David, rather than those of David speaking of himself. But he thus uses the third person because he is speaking of himself in his capacity of king, referring to the promises made to the king as such. Cp. Jeremiah 38:5, where Zedekiah says, “The king is not he that can do anything against you” = I, though king, cannot &c. and his years] R.V., his years shall be as many generations. This verse is not a prayer, and the text ought not to be altered to turn it into a prayer.
It is a confident appeal to God’s promise and purpose. The long life which was one of Jehovah’s special blessings under the old covenant (Exodus 23:26; 1 Kings 3:11; Proverbs 3:2, and often), and which was a natural object of desire when the hope of a future life was all but a blank, was promised specially to the king (Psalms 21:4). The language is partly hyperbolical, like the salutation “Let the king live for ever” (1 Kings 1:31; Nehemiah 2:3); partly it thinks of the king as living on in his descendants (2 Samuel 7:13; 2 Samuel 7:16; 2 Samuel 7:29; Psalms 89:29; Psalms 89:36); but words which in their strict sense could apply to no human individual, become a prophecy of One greater than David; and thus the Targum here interprets ‘king’ by ‘King Messiah.’ See Introd. p. lxxiv ff; and Introd. to Psalms 21.
Barnes' Notes on Psalms 61:6
Thou wilt prolong the king’s life - literally, “Days upon the days of the king thou wilt add;” that is, Thou wilt add days to those which thou hast already permitted him to live.
Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 61:6
6. Thou wilt prolong the king’s life—The change from the first to the third person is a poetical liberty. The insurrection was a conspiracy against the life of the king.
Sermons on Psalms 61:6
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Luke 11:1-13. Christ Encourages His Disciples to Pray. by Favell Lee Mortimer | Favell Lee Mortimer reflects on the blessed moments when Jesus prayed with His disciples, emphasizing the significance of prayer in various locations such as the mount of transfigu |
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(Spain) the Supply of the Spirit by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, the speaker shares a personal testimony about his wife and daughter battling cancer. Despite the hardships, he emphasizes the importance of surrendering to God's wi |
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Doctrine of the Lamb - Part 2 by J. Sidlow Baxter | In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the significance of Isaiah 53 and the role of the Lamb in the redemption of humanity. He highlights seven key points from the scripture: the |
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The Last Revival by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of having faith that drives out fear. He quotes Isaiah 54:4, which reassures believers that they will not be ashamed or repro |
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Satan the Arch Rebel by Dwight Pentecost | In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the story of Job and how Satan tempted him to renounce God. The preacher highlights how Satan used Peter, one of Jesus' closest disciples, t |
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The Israel of God - Part 1 by T. Austin-Sparks | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of having a genuine heart relationship with God. He uses the analogy of a tree that appears to be real but is hollow on the in |
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Forgiveness - Part 2 by Keith Daniel | This sermon emphasizes the importance of recognizing our need for God's mercy and forgiveness by humbly acknowledging our sins and coming to Him in repentance. It contrasts the att |