Psalms 65:4
Psalms 65:4 in Multiple Translations
Blessed is the one You choose and bring near to dwell in Your courts! We are filled with the goodness of Your house, the holiness of Your temple.
Blessed is the man whom thou choosest, and causest to approach unto thee, that he may dwell in thy courts: we shall be satisfied with the goodness of thy house, even of thy holy temple.
Blessed is the man whom thou choosest, and causest to approach unto thee, That he may dwell in thy courts: We shall be satisfied with the goodness of thy house, Thy holy temple.
Happy is the man of your selection, to whom you give a resting-place in your house; we will be full of the good things out of your holy place.
Happy are those you choose to keep close to you, those who live in your courts! We are delighted with the blessings we receive in your house, your holy Temple!
Blessed is he, whom thou chusest and causest to come to thee: he shall dwell in thy courtes, and we shall be satisfied with the pleasures of thine House, euen of thine holy Temple.
O the happiness of [him whom] Thou choosest, And drawest near, he inhabiteth Thy courts, We are satisfied with the goodness of Thy house, Thy holy temple.
Blessed is the one whom you choose and cause to come near, that he may live in your courts. We will be filled with the goodness of your house, your holy temple.
Blessed is the man whom thou choosest, and causest to approach to thee , that he may dwell in thy courts: we shall be satisfied with the goodness of thy house, even of thy holy temple.
Let all the earth adore thee, and sing to thee: let it sing a psalm to thy name.
You are pleased with those whom you have chosen to live close to your temple. We are happy with all the blessings that we receive from worshiping in your sacred temple.
Berean Amplified Bible — Psalms 65:4
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Psalms 65:4 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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דִּבְרֵ֣י
עֲ֭וֺנֹת
גָּ֣בְרוּ
מֶ֑נִּ/י
פְּ֝שָׁעֵ֗י/נוּ
אַתָּ֥ה
תְכַפְּרֵֽ/ם
דִּבְרֵ֣י
dâbâr
H1697
Chronicles
N-mp
עֲ֭וֺנֹת
ʻâvôn
H5771
iniquity
N-cp
גָּ֣בְרוּ
gâbar
H1396
to prevail
V-Qal-Perf-3cp
מֶ֑נִּ/י
min
H4480
from
Prep | Suff
פְּ֝שָׁעֵ֗י/נוּ
peshaʻ
H6588
transgression
N-mp | Suff
אַתָּ֥ה
ʼattâh
H859
you(m.s.)
Pron
תְכַפְּרֵֽ/ם
kâphar
H3722
to atone
V-Piel-Imperf-2ms | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — Psalms 65:4
דִּבְרֵ֣י
dâbâr
H1697
"Chronicles"
N-mp
A word or thing, like a matter or affair, as seen in the book of Chronicles where it refers to the events and words of kings. It can also mean a cause or reason for something.
Definition: This name means word, speaking
Usage: Occurs in 1290 OT verses. KJV: act, advice, affair, answer, [idiom] any such (thing), because of, book, business, care, case, cause, certain rate, [phrase] chronicles, commandment, [idiom] commune(-ication), [phrase] concern(-ing), [phrase] confer, counsel, [phrase] dearth, decree, deed, [idiom] disease, due, duty, effect, [phrase] eloquent, errand, (evil favoured-) ness, [phrase] glory, [phrase] harm, hurt, [phrase] iniquity, [phrase] judgment, language, [phrase] lying, manner, matter, message, (no) thing, oracle, [idiom] ought, [idiom] parts, [phrase] pertaining, [phrase] please, portion, [phrase] power, promise, provision, purpose, question, rate, reason, report, request, [idiom] (as hast) said, sake, saying, sentence, [phrase] sign, [phrase] so, some (uncleanness), somewhat to say, [phrase] song, speech, [idiom] spoken, talk, task, [phrase] that, [idiom] there done, thing (concerning), thought, [phrase] thus, tidings, what(-soever), [phrase] wherewith, which, word, work. See also: Genesis 11:1; Exodus 23:8; Deuteronomy 18:21.
עֲ֭וֺנֹת
ʻâvôn
H5771
"iniquity"
N-cp
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means moral evil or sin, like the kind God sees in people's hearts. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Psalms. This concept is key to understanding human nature.
Definition: : crime 1) perversity, depravity, iniquity, guilt or punishment of iniquity 1a) iniquity 1b) guilt of iniquity, guilt (as great), guilt (of condition) 1c) consequence of or punishment for iniquity
Usage: Occurs in 215 OT verses. KJV: fault, iniquity, mischeif, punishment (of iniquity), sin. See also: Genesis 4:13; Psalms 107:17; Psalms 18:24.
גָּ֣בְרוּ
gâbar
H1396
"to prevail"
V-Qal-Perf-3cp
This Hebrew word means to be strong or prevail, often implying a sense of power or might. It is used in various forms throughout the Bible, including in the books of Genesis and Isaiah, to describe God's strength and human courage.
Definition: 1) to prevail, have strength, be strong, be powerful, be mighty, be great 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to be strong, mighty 1a2) to prevail 1b) (Piel) to make strong, strengthen 1c) (Hiphil) 1c1) to confirm, give strength 1c2) to confirm (a covenant) 1d) (Hithpael) 1d1) to show oneself mighty 1d2) to act proudly (toward God)
Usage: Occurs in 24 OT verses. KJV: exceed, confirm, be great, be mighty, prevail, put to more (strength), strengthen, be stronger, be valiant. See also: Genesis 7:18; Job 36:9; Psalms 12:5.
מֶ֑נִּ/י
min
H4480
"from"
Prep | Suff
This Hebrew word means a portion or part of something, and is often used to show the relationship between things, like from or out of something.
Definition: prep 1) from, out of, on account of, off, on the side of, since, above, than, so that not, more than 1a) from (expressing separation), off, on the side of 1b) out of 1b1) (with verbs of proceeding, removing, expelling) 1b2) (of material from which something is made) 1b3) (of source or origin) 1c) out of, some of, from (partitively) 1d) from, since, after (of time) 1e) than, more than (in comparison) 1f) from...even to, both...and, either...or 1g) than, more than, too much for (in comparisons) 1h) from, on account of, through, because (with infinitive) conj 2) that Aramaic equivalent: min (מִן־ "from" H4481)
Usage: Occurs in 1094 OT verses. KJV: above, after, among, at, because of, by (reason of), from (among), in, [idiom] neither, [idiom] nor, (out) of, over, since, [idiom] then, through, [idiom] whether, with. See also: Genesis 2:6; Exodus 16:32; Leviticus 14:26.
פְּ֝שָׁעֵ֗י/נוּ
peshaʻ
H6588
"transgression"
N-mp | Suff
Transgression refers to a revolt or rebellion against God or others, resulting in guilt and punishment, as in Genesis 3:6-7. It involves intentional disobedience.
Definition: 1) transgression, rebellion 1a1) transgression (against individuals) 1a2) transgression (nation against nation) 1a3) transgression (against God) 1a3a) in general 1a3b) as recognised by sinner 1a3c) as God deals with it 1a3d) as God forgives 1a4) guilt of transgression 1a5) punishment for transgression 1a6) offering for transgression
Usage: Occurs in 90 OT verses. KJV: rebellion, sin, transgression, trespass. See also: Genesis 31:36; Proverbs 29:6; Psalms 5:11.
אַתָּ֥ה
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.
תְכַפְּרֵֽ/ם
kâphar
H3722
"to atone"
V-Piel-Imperf-2ms | Suff
To cover means to coat or cover something, like when the ark was covered with pitch to protect it. This word is also used figuratively to describe making amends or forgiving someone, like in a sacrifice or atonement.
Definition: 1) to cover, purge, make an atonement, make reconciliation 1a) (Piel) 1a1) to cover over, pacify, propitiate 1a2) to cover over, atone for sin, make atonement for 1a3) to cover over, atone for sin and persons by legal rites 1b) (Pual) 1b1) to be covered over 1b2) to be atoned for 1c) (Hithpael) to be covered
Usage: Occurs in 94 OT verses. KJV: appease, make (an atonement, cleanse, disannul, forgive, be merciful, pacify, pardon, purge (away), put off, (make) reconcile(-liation). See also: Genesis 6:14; Leviticus 16:32; Psalms 65:4.
Study Notes — Psalms 65:4
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- Context
- Cross References
- Psalms 65:4 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Psalms 65:4
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 65:4
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 65:4
- Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 65:4
- Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 65:4
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 65:4
- Cambridge Bible on Psalms 65:4
- Barnes' Notes on Psalms 65:4
- Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 65:4
- Sermons on Psalms 65:4
Context — Praise Awaits God in Zion
2O You who listen to prayer, all people will come to You.
3When iniquities prevail against me, You atone for our transgressions.
4Blessed is the one You choose and bring near to dwell in Your courts! We are filled with the goodness of Your house, the holiness of Your temple.
5With awesome deeds of righteousness You answer us, O God of our salvation, the hope of all the ends of the earth and of the farthest seas. 6You formed the mountains by Your power, having girded Yourself with might.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Ephesians 1:4 | For He chose us in Him before the foundation of the world to be holy and blameless in His presence. In love |
| 2 | Psalms 84:4 | How blessed are those who dwell in Your house! They are ever praising You. Selah |
| 3 | Psalms 23:6 | Surely goodness and mercy will follow me all the days of my life, and I will dwell in the house of the LORD forever. |
| 4 | Psalms 106:4–5 | Remember me, O LORD, in Your favor to Your people; visit me with Your salvation, that I may see the prosperity of Your chosen ones, and rejoice in the gladness of Your nation, and give glory with Your inheritance. |
| 5 | Psalms 33:12 | Blessed is the nation whose God is the LORD, the people He has chosen as His inheritance! |
| 6 | Psalms 36:8 | They feast on the abundance of Your house, and You give them drink from Your river of delights. |
| 7 | Psalms 4:3 | Know that the LORD has set apart the godly for Himself; the LORD hears when I call to Him. |
| 8 | Revelation 3:12 | The one who overcomes I will make a pillar in the temple of My God, and he will never again leave it. Upon him I will write the name of My God, and the name of the city of My God (the new Jerusalem that comes down out of heaven from My God), and My new name. |
| 9 | Jeremiah 31:25 | for I will refresh the weary soul and replenish all who are weak.” |
| 10 | Psalms 15:1 | O LORD, who may abide in Your tent? Who may dwell on Your holy mountain? |
Psalms 65:4 Summary
[Psalms 65:4 is talking about how blessed we are when God chooses us to be close to Him, like friends who get to hang out in His special place. This means we get to experience His love, goodness, and holiness, which is like nothing else in the world, as seen in Psalms 16:11. When we are near to God, we are filled with His goodness and holiness, and this changes us from the inside out, as promised in 2 Corinthians 5:17.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean to be chosen by God to dwell in His courts?
To be chosen by God means He has set His affection on us and desires a close relationship with us, as seen in Psalms 65:4 and supported by Jeremiah 31:3, which says He loves us with an everlasting love.
How can we experience the goodness and holiness of God's house?
We can experience God's goodness and holiness by spending time in prayer, worship, and reading His Word, as encouraged in Psalms 23:6 and Matthew 7:7-8, where we ask, seek, and knock to receive from Him.
Is this verse only talking about a physical temple, or is there a deeper meaning?
While the verse does refer to the physical temple, it also symbolizes the spiritual dwelling place of God, where believers can experience His presence and glory, as described in 1 Corinthians 3:16 and 2 Corinthians 6:16, where our bodies are the temple of the Holy Spirit.
How can we be sure we are among those blessed by God to dwell in His courts?
We can be sure of our position in God's courts when we put our faith in Jesus Christ, as stated in John 1:12 and Ephesians 2:13, where we become children of God and are brought near to Him through the blood of Christ.
Reflection Questions
- What does it mean to you to be chosen by God, and how does this truth impact your daily life?
- In what ways have you experienced the goodness and holiness of God's presence in your life, and how can you cultivate more of this in your relationship with Him?
- How does the concept of dwelling in God's courts challenge or encourage you in your pursuit of a deeper relationship with God?
- What are some practical ways you can 'dwell' in God's presence, making Him the central focus of your thoughts and actions?
Gill's Exposition on Psalms 65:4
Blessed [is the man whom] thou choosest,.... In eternity; both to grace and glory; for such have true faith in Christ given them, called the faith of God's elect, and shall never perish: they are
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 65:4
Blessed is the man whom thou choosest, and causest to approach unto thee, that he may dwell in thy courts: we shall be satisfied with the goodness of thy house, even of thy holy temple.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 65:4
Thou choosest, out of the lump of mankind, to be one of thy peculiar people. Causest, i.e. permittest and commandest, and by the disposal of thy providence, and the influences of thy grace, procurest and orderest. To approach unto thee; to draw near to God in his house and ordinances by prayer and praises, and other acts of acquaintance and communion with him. In thy courts; in the courts of thy house. He mentioneth courts, because the people were permitted to go no further into God’ s house. Shall be satisfied; for they only get that solid satisfaction which all men desire, but no other persons or people can find elsewhere. With the goodness of thy house; with the spiritual and everlasting blessings there conferred upon thy people, the grace, and favour, and fellowship of God, remission of sins, renovation of heart and life, the knowledge of God, and of ourselves, and of our duty and true interest, joy, and peace, and well-grounded hopes or assurance of eternal life; in comparison whereof all the enjoyments of this world are but dross and dung.
Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 65:4
Psalms 65:4 Blessed [is the man whom] thou choosest, and causest to approach [unto thee, that] he may dwell in thy courts: we shall be satisfied with the goodness of thy house, [even] of thy holy temple.Ver. 4. Blessed is the man whom thou choosest] Whom thou choosest for thy love, and then lovest him for thy choice. And causest to approach unto thee] i.e. Effectually callest. Here vocation is fetched from the fountain (as is also justification in the former verse), viz. God’ s free election. See that golden chain, Romans 8:30. That he may dwell in thy courts] viz. To bear thy word, and partake of thine ordinances. For our Saviour telleth the Jews, He that is of God heareth God’ s words; ye therefore hear him not, because ye are not of God, John 8:4; our worship scorners, then, have a black brand upon them.
We shall be satisfied] He maketh himself one of the number of God’ s elect (as Paul also doth often), and therehence concludeth to himself and the rest a beatifical communion of all good things.
Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 65:4
(4) Blessed.—The ellipse of the relative is common enough (see Psalms 34:8, &c), but here the antecedent is wanting as well. Perhaps we ought to read, He whom thou choosest and bringest near shall dwell, &c Courts.—From a root meaning to wall round; especially applied to the open space within the outer fence of the Tabernacle, or to the different courts of the Temple (Exodus 27:9; 1 Kings 6:36; 1 Kings 7:12). We shall be satisfied.—Better, Let us be refreshed.Thy holy temple.—Literally, The holy of thy temple, which might mean “the holiness of thy temple.”
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 65:4
Verse 4. Blessed is the man whom thou choosest] This is spoken in reference to the priests who were chosen of God to minister at the tabernacle; and who were permitted to approach, draw nigh, to the Divine Majesty by the various offerings and sacrifices which they presented. We shall be satisfied with the goodness of thy house] Though we are not priests, and have not the great felicity to minister before thee in holy things; yet we can worship at thy temple, feel the outpouring of thy Spirit, and be made happy with the blessings which thou dispensest there to thy true worshippers.
Cambridge Bible on Psalms 65:4
4. Blessed &c.] Or, Happy is he whom thou choosest, as in Psalms 1:1; &c. The language is that which is used of the priests who were ‘chosen,’ and ‘brought near’ to God (Numbers 16:5; cp. Jeremiah 30:21; Zechariah 3:7). Here however it is not limited to the sons of Aaron, but applied to all the nation as ‘a kingdom of priests’ (Exodus 19:6). They are God’s guests in His house, members of the ‘household of God.’ The visit to the Temple was for the devout Israelite a sacrament of his membership in God’s household, and the sacred feasts symbolised the spiritual blessings prepared by God for His people in fellowship with Him. Cp. Psalms 15:1; Psalms 23:5 f; Psalms 27:4 f; Psalms 36:8; Psalms 63:5. we shall be satisfied] Or, O let us be satisfied. Cp. Psalms 17:15; Psalms 22:16; Psalms 63:5. even of thy holy Temple] Better, as R.V., the holy place of thy temple.
See Psalms 46:4; and cp. Psalms 63:2.
Barnes' Notes on Psalms 65:4
Blessed is the man whom thou choosest - That is, Happy is the man; or, “Oh, the happiness of the man whom thou dost thus permit to approach thee.” The construction here in the Hebrew is the same as in Psalms 1:1.
Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 65:4
4. Whom thou choosest—See Psalms 4:3. Causest to approach… thee—A priestly honour under the law, (Numbers 16:8,) but offered now to all.
Sermons on Psalms 65:4
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A Touch From God (Full) by David Wilkerson | This sermon emphasizes the importance of seeking God's presence and being willing to fully surrender to Him, leaving behind defilement and busyness. It highlights the need for a de |
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A Touch From God - Part 1 by David Wilkerson | This sermon emphasizes the importance of seeking God wholeheartedly, especially in times of turmoil and fear. It highlights the need for individuals to hunger for more of God's pre |
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A Thankful People in a Reprobate Age by Rolfe Barnard | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the importance of being a thankful people in a reprobate day. He reads from the 65th Psalm and emphasizes the blessing of being chosen by God |
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Thankful People in a Reprobate Day by Rolfe Barnard | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes that the current generation is in a state of reprobation because they are not seeking after the Lord. He highlights the importance of people |
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God's Last Call by Rolfe Barnard | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the state of the world and the lack of people seeking after God. He emphasizes that throughout history, there have always been small movement |
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Apostolic and Prophetic Foundations by Art Katz | Art Katz emphasizes the urgent need for apostolic and prophetic foundations in the church as it faces unprecedented challenges and uncertainties. He reflects on the fading enthusia |
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Cleansed by the Blood to Serve the Living God or Intercourse Through the Blood by Andrew Murray | Andrew Murray emphasizes the transformative power of the blood of Christ, which not only sanctifies believers but also grants them the privilege of intimate fellowship with God. He |