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. 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 Psalms 67:1. 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. Numbers 6:25.