Psalms 67:1
Psalms 67:1 in Multiple Translations
May God be gracious to us and bless us, and cause His face to shine upon us, Selah
God be merciful unto us, and bless us; and cause his face to shine upon us; Selah.
God be merciful unto us, and bless us, And cause his face to shine upon us; [Selah
May God give us mercy and blessing, and let the light of his face be shining on us; (Selah.)
May God be gracious to us and bless us. May he look favorably on us. Selah.
To him that excelleth on Neginoth. A Psalme or song. God be mercifull vnto vs, and blesse vs, and cause his face to shine among vs. Selah.
To the Overseer, with stringed instruments. — A Psalm, a Song. God doth favour us and bless us, Doth cause His face to shine with us. Selah.
May God be merciful to us, bless us, and cause his face to shine on us. Selah.
To the chief Musician on Neginoth, A Psalm or Song. God be merciful to us, and bless us; and cause his face to shine upon us. Selah.
Unto the end, a psalm of a canticle for David himself.
God, be merciful to us and bless us; be kind to us [IDM], (Think about that!)
Berean Amplified Bible — Psalms 67:1
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Psalms 67:1 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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לַ/מְנַצֵּ֥ח
בִּ/נְגִינֹ֗ת
מִזְמ֥וֹר
שִֽׁיר
לַ/מְנַצֵּ֥ח
nâtsach
H5329
to conduct
Prep | V-Piel
בִּ/נְגִינֹ֗ת
nᵉgîynâh
H5058
music
Prep | N-fp
מִזְמ֥וֹר
mizmôwr
H4210
melody
N-ms
שִֽׁיר
shîyr
H7892
song
N-cs
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Hebrew Word Reference — Psalms 67:1
לַ/מְנַצֵּ֥ח
nâtsach
H5329
"to conduct"
Prep | V-Piel
To conduct or oversee, this word describes a leader or chief musician. In the Bible, it is used in the book of Psalms to describe the role of a music director. The word implies a sense of leadership and guidance.
Definition: 1) to excel, be bright, be preeminent, be perpetual, be overseer, be enduring 1a) (Niphal) enduring (participle) 1b) (Piel) to act as overseer or superintendent or director or chief Aramaic equivalent: ne.tsach (נְצַח "to distinguish oneself" H5330)
Usage: Occurs in 65 OT verses. KJV: excel, chief musician (singer), oversee(-r), set forward. See also: 1 Chronicles 15:21; Psalms 49:1; Psalms 4:1.
בִּ/נְגִינֹ֗ת
nᵉgîynâh
H5058
"music"
Prep | N-fp
This word refers to music or song, especially instrumental music played on a stringed instrument. In the Bible, it is used to describe the music played by musicians or the songs sung by worshipers.
Definition: 1) music, song, taunt song 1a) music (of stringed instrument) 1b) song 1b1) taunting or mocking song
Usage: Occurs in 14 OT verses. KJV: stringed instrument, musick, Neginoth (plural), song. See also: Job 30:9; Psalms 69:13; Psalms 4:1.
מִזְמ֥וֹר
mizmôwr
H4210
"melody"
N-ms
This word refers to a melody or song, often with instrumental music. In the Bible, it is used to describe a psalm or poem set to notes. The KJV translates it as psalm.
Definition: melody, psalm
Usage: Occurs in 57 OT verses. KJV: psalm. See also: Psalms 3:1; Psalms 63:1; Psalms 4:1.
שִֽׁיר
shîyr
H7892
"song"
N-cs
This word refers to a song or singing, and it is used in the Bible to describe musical expressions of praise and worship, like the songs of David in the book of Psalms. It can also be used to describe a specific song or ode.
Definition: 1) song 1a) lyric song 1b) religious song 1c) song of Levitical choirs Also means: shi.rah (שִׁירָה "song" H7892B)
Usage: Occurs in 87 OT verses. KJV: musical(-ick), [idiom] sing(-er, -ing), song. See also: Genesis 31:27; Psalms 76:1; Psalms 18:1.
Study Notes — Psalms 67:1
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- Psalms 67:1 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Psalms 67:1
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 67:1
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 67:1
- Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 67:1
- Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 67:1
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 67:1
- Cambridge Bible on Psalms 67:1
- Barnes' Notes on Psalms 67:1
- Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 67:1
- Sermons on Psalms 67:1
Context — May God Cause His Face to Shine upon Us
1May God be gracious to us and bless us, and cause His face to shine upon us, Selah
2that Your ways may be known on earth, Your salvation among all nations. 3Let the peoples praise You, O God; let all the peoples praise You.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Psalms 4:6 | Many ask, “Who can show us the good?” Shine the light of Your face upon us, O LORD. |
| 2 | 2 Corinthians 4:6 | For God, who said, “Let light shine out of darkness,” made His light shine in our hearts to give us the light of the knowledge of the glory of God in the face of Jesus Christ. |
| 3 | Psalms 4:1 | Answer me when I call, O God of my righteousness! You have relieved my distress; show me grace and hear my prayer. |
| 4 | Psalms 119:135 | Make Your face shine upon Your servant, and teach me Your statutes. |
| 5 | Psalms 31:16 | Make Your face shine on Your servant; save me by Your loving devotion. |
| 6 | Numbers 6:24–27 | ‘May the LORD bless you and keep you; may the LORD cause His face to shine upon you and be gracious to you; may the LORD lift up His countenance toward you and give you peace.’ So they shall put My name on the Israelites, and I will bless them.” |
| 7 | Psalms 80:1–3 | Hear us, O Shepherd of Israel, who leads Joseph like a flock; You who sit enthroned between the cherubim, shine forth before Ephraim, Benjamin, and Manasseh. Rally Your mighty power and come to save us. Restore us, O God, and cause Your face to shine upon us, that we may be saved. |
| 8 | Psalms 80:7 | Restore us, O God of Hosts, and cause Your face to shine upon us, that we may be saved. |
| 9 | Psalms 80:19 | Restore us, O LORD God of Hosts; cause Your face to shine upon us, that we may be saved. |
| 10 | Ephesians 1:3 | Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who has blessed us in Christ with every spiritual blessing in the heavenly realms. |
Psalms 67:1 Summary
[This verse is a beautiful prayer that asks God to be gracious to us, bless us, and shine His face upon us. It's a reminder that we need God's presence and favor in our lives, and that He is the one who brings us joy, peace, and love. As it says in Psalms 16:11, 'in Your presence is fullness of joy', and in Numbers 6:25, 'the Lord make His face shine upon you'. By seeking God's graciousness and blessing, we can experience His love and joy in our lives, and reflect it to others.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean for God's face to shine upon us?
In the Bible, God's face shining upon us is a metaphor for His blessing, favor, and presence, as seen in Psalms 4:6 and Numbers 6:25. When God's face shines upon us, we experience His joy, peace, and love.
How can we receive God's graciousness and blessing?
According to Psalms 67:1, we can receive God's graciousness and blessing by seeking His presence and favor, and this is often tied to our obedience and faithfulness to Him, as seen in Deuteronomy 28:1-2 and Jeremiah 29:13.
What is the significance of the word 'Selah' in this verse?
The word 'Selah' is a Hebrew term that means 'pause' or 'rest', and it is often used in the Psalms to indicate a moment of reflection or contemplation, as seen in Psalms 3:2 and Psalms 24:6. It invites the reader to pause and meditate on the preceding words.
How does this verse relate to our daily lives?
This verse reminds us that our daily lives are dependent on God's graciousness and blessing, and that we should seek His presence and favor in all that we do, as seen in Proverbs 3:5-6 and Matthew 6:33. By doing so, we can experience His joy, peace, and love in our lives.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways that I have experienced God's face shining upon me in my life, and how can I cultivate a deeper sense of His presence?
- How can I seek God's graciousness and blessing in my daily life, and what are some practical steps I can take to obey and follow Him?
- What are some things that I can do to pause and reflect on God's presence and favor in my life, and how can I make 'Selah' moments a regular part of my daily routine?
- How can I share God's graciousness and blessing with others, and what are some ways that I can be a conduit of His love and joy to those around me?
Gill's Exposition on Psalms 67:1
God be merciful unto us, and bless us,.... That is, God, of his unmerited mercy, of his rich grace and free favour, bless us with the coming of his Son, the promised seed, in whom all nations are to
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 67:1
God be merciful unto us, and bless us; and cause his face to shine upon us; Selah.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 67:1
Psalms 67 THE This Psalm contains a prayer for the church of Israel, as also for the Gentile world, whose conversion he prophetically describes. The church prayeth for the enlargement of the kingdom of God, ,2, to the joy of the nations, ; and for the increase of spiritual and temporal blessings, ,7. Unto us, thy people of Israel. As thou hast hid thy face and favour from us, so now do thou manifest it to us. For the phrase, ,26 Psalms 31:16.
Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 67:1
Psalms 67:1 « To the chief Musician on Neginoth, A Psalm [or] Song. » God be merciful unto us, and bless us; [and] cause his face to shine upon us; Selah.Ver. 1. God be merciful unto us] sc. In sending his Son, and calling his elect, both among Jews and Gentries, to the participation of that gift, John 4:10; that benefit, 1 Timothy 6:2. And bless us] Specially with all spiritual blessings in heavenly things in Christ Jesus, Ephesians 1:3. And cause his face to shine upon us] Giving us the light of the knowledge of the glory of God in the face of Jesus Christ, 2 Corinthians 4:6, who is the brightness (or glittering refulgency, απαυγασμα) of his Father’ s glory and the express image of his person, Hebrews 1:3, the dayspring from on high, Luke 1:78, Sereno suo vultu nos irradiet (Beza). In this prayer the psalmist plainly alludeth to that blessing pronounced upon the people by the high priest, Numbers 6:23-27, and showeth that all cometh from Christ, the true Aaron, the High Priest of the new covenant.
Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 67:1
(1) This verse is an adaptation of the priestly benediction (Numbers 6:24-26). Upon us.—Rather, with, or among us; a variation from the formal benediction.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 67:1
PSALM LXVII The psalmist prays for the enlargement of God's kingdom, 1, 2; calls upon all nations to serve him, because he judges and governs righteously, 3-5; promises prosperity to the faithful and obedient, 6, 7. NOTES ON PSALM LXVII The title here is the same with that of Psalm iv., where see the notes. See Clarke on Psalms 4:1. It is supposed to have been written at the return from the Babylonish captivity, and to foretell the conversion of the Gentiles to the Christian religion. The prayer for their salvation is very energetic. Verse 1. God be merciful unto us] Show the Jewish people thy mercy, bless them in their bodies and souls and give a full evidence of thy approbation. This is nearly the same form of blessing as that used Numbers 6:25, where see the notes. See Clarke on Numbers 6:25.
Cambridge Bible on Psalms 67:1
1, 2. The final object of the blessing for which Israel prays is that the whole world may know God.
Barnes' Notes on Psalms 67:1
God be merciful unto us, and bless us - There is, perhaps (as Prof.
Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 67:1
1. God be merciful unto us—An invocation, repeated in Psalms 67:6-7, and founded on the form of blessing by the high priest, Numbers 6:23-26
Sermons on Psalms 67:1
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Revival - Part 1 by J.I. Packer | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the impact of God's blessings on his people and the resulting evangelistic overflow. He emphasizes that when God blesses his people, the worl |
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God Bless Us by Paul Washer | In this sermon, the speaker shares a story about a Peruvian man named Angel Cominates who has planted over 500 churches in northern Peru. Despite his humble circumstances, Angel's |
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Jonah #1: Introduction by Ed Miller | In this sermon, the speaker introduces the book of Jonah and highlights three general observations about the book. The speaker emphasizes the importance of diligently and humbly pr |
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Dr. k.p. Yohannan on the Operation World Book by K.P. Yohannan | This sermon by K.P. Yochanan, Director of Gospel for Asia, reflects on the impact of Operation World in understanding and praying for countries like India, with its diverse languag |
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The Restoration of God as Seen in the Tabernacle and Ark of the Covenant by John Saunders | In this sermon, the preacher discusses a story from the book of Judges in the Bible. The story involves a horrific act of immorality committed by the tribe of Benjamin, which leads |
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10 Questions About Anabaptism by Dean Taylor | This sermon delves into the importance of understanding and living out the core principles of Anabaptism, emphasizing the need to focus on Jesus Christ as the center of salvation a |
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Prayer Focus by Jim Cymbala | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the story of Peter's miraculous escape from prison as described in the Bible. Peter was in a seemingly hopeless situation, chained to two gua |