Psalms 67:2
Psalms 67:2 in Multiple Translations
that Your ways may be known on earth, Your salvation among all nations.
That thy way may be known upon earth, thy saving health among all nations.
That thy way may be known upon earth, Thy salvation among all nations.
So that men may see your way on the earth, and your salvation among all nations.
May everyone on earth come to know your ways, your salvation among all people.
That they may know thy way vpon earth, and thy sauing health among all nations.
For the knowledge in earth of Thy way, among all nations of Thy salvation.
That your way may be known on earth, and your salvation among all nations,
That thy way may be known upon earth, thy saving health among all nations.
Let God arise, and let his enemies be scattered: and let them that hate him flee from before his face.
in order that everyone in the world may know what you want them to do, and the people of all nations may know that you have the power to save them.
Berean Amplified Bible — Psalms 67:2
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Psalms 67:2 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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אֱלֹהִ֗ים
יְחָנֵּ֥/נוּ
וִֽ/יבָרְכֵ֑/נוּ
יָ֤אֵ֥ר
פָּנָ֖י/ו
אִתָּ֣/נוּ
סֶֽלָה
אֱלֹהִ֗ים
ʼĕlôhîym
H430
God
N-mp
יְחָנֵּ֥/נוּ
chânan
H2603
be gracious
V-Piel-Imperf-3ms | Suff
וִֽ/יבָרְכֵ֑/נוּ
bârak
H1288
to bless
Conj | V-Piel-Imperf-3ms | Suff
יָ֤אֵ֥ר
ʼôwr
H215
to light
V-Hiphil-Juss-3ms
פָּנָ֖י/ו
pânîym
H6440
face
N-cp | Suff
אִתָּ֣/נוּ
ʼêth
H854
with
Prep | Suff
סֶֽלָה
çelâh
H5542
Selah
Part
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Hebrew Word Reference — Psalms 67:2
אֱלֹהִ֗ים
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.
יְחָנֵּ֥/נוּ
chânan
H2603
"be gracious"
V-Piel-Imperf-3ms | Suff
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.
וִֽ/יבָרְכֵ֑/נוּ
bârak
H1288
"to bless"
Conj | V-Piel-Imperf-3ms | Suff
To bless means to praise or honor God, often by kneeling in worship. In the Bible, people bless God and God blesses people, showing favor and care for them, as seen in the story of Abraham and his descendants.
Definition: 1) to bless, kneel 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to kneel 1a2) to bless 1b) (Niphal) to be blessed, bless oneself 1c) (Piel) to bless 1d) (Pual) to be blessed, be adored 1e) (Hiphil) to cause to kneel 1f) (Hithpael) to bless oneself 2) (TWOT) to praise, salute, curse Aramaic equivalent: be.rakh (בְּרַךְ "to bless" H1289)
Usage: Occurs in 289 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] abundantly, [idiom] altogether, [idiom] at all, blaspheme, bless, congratulate, curse, [idiom] greatly, [idiom] indeed, kneel (down), praise, salute, [idiom] still, thank. See also: Genesis 1:22; Deuteronomy 24:19; Job 2:9.
יָ֤אֵ֥ר
ʼôwr
H215
"to light"
V-Hiphil-Juss-3ms
Or means to give light, whether physically or spiritually, as in Psalm 119:105 where God's word is a light to our path.
Definition: 1) to be or become light, shine 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to become light (day) 1a2) to shine (of the sun) 1a3) to become bright 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be illuminated 1b2) to become lighted up 1c) (Hiphil) 1c1) to give light, shine (of sun, moon, and stars) 1c2) to illumine, light up, cause to shine, shine 1c3) to kindle, light (candle, wood) 1c4) lighten (of the eyes, his law, etc) 1c5) to make shine (of the face)
Usage: Occurs in 43 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] break of day, glorious, kindle, (be, en-, give, show) light (-en, -ened), set on fire, shine. See also: Genesis 1:15; Psalms 67:2; Psalms 13:4.
פָּנָ֖י/ו
pânîym
H6440
"face"
N-cp | Suff
This word means face or presence, like being in front of someone or something. It's used in many contexts, like in Genesis, Exodus, and Psalms, to describe interactions and relationships.
Definition: : face 1) face 1a) face, faces 1b) presence, person 1c) face (of seraphim or cherubim) 1d) face (of animals) 1e) face, surface (of ground) 1f) as adv of loc/temp 1f1) before and behind, toward, in front of, forward, formerly, from beforetime, before 1g) with prep 1g1) in front of, before, to the front of, in the presence of, in the face of, at the face or front of, from the presence of, from before, from before the face of
Usage: Occurs in 1891 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] accept, a-(be-) fore(-time), against, anger, [idiom] as (long as), at, [phrase] battle, [phrase] because (of), [phrase] beseech, countenance, edge, [phrase] employ, endure, [phrase] enquire, face, favour, fear of, for, forefront(-part), form(-er time, -ward), from, front, heaviness, [idiom] him(-self), [phrase] honourable, [phrase] impudent, [phrase] in, it, look(-eth) (-s), [idiom] me, [phrase] meet, [idiom] more than, mouth, of, off, (of) old (time), [idiom] on, open, [phrase] out of, over against, the partial, person, [phrase] please, presence, propect, was purposed, by reason of, [phrase] regard, right forth, [phrase] serve, [idiom] shewbread, sight, state, straight, [phrase] street, [idiom] thee, [idiom] them(-selves), through ([phrase] -out), till, time(-s) past, (un-) to(-ward), [phrase] upon, upside ([phrase] down), with(-in, [phrase] -stand), [idiom] ye, [idiom] you. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 43:31; Exodus 30:16.
אִתָּ֣/נוּ
ʼêth
H854
"with"
Prep | Suff
This Hebrew preposition means 'with' or 'near', indicating a close relationship or physical proximity. It's used in Genesis 1:26 to describe God's relationship with humanity, and in many other places to show connection or closeness.
Definition: 1) with, near, together with 1a) with, together with 1b) with (of relationship) 1c) near (of place) 1d) with (poss.) 1e) from...with, from (with other prep)
Usage: Occurs in 787 OT verses. KJV: against, among, before, by, for, from, in(-to), (out) of, with. Often with another prepositional prefix. See also: Genesis 4:1; Genesis 42:32; Numbers 1:5.
סֶֽלָה
çelâh
H5542
"Selah"
Part
Selah is a musical term in the Bible that signals a pause or interruption in the music, like a rest in a song, often used in Psalms. It is a technical term that sets a moment for reflection and contemplation, as seen in Psalm 3:2.
Definition: § 1) to lift up, exalt 1a) Selah 1a1) a technical musical term probably showing accentuation, pause, interruption
Usage: Occurs in 74 OT verses. KJV: Selah. See also: Psalms 3:3; Psalms 62:5; Psalms 3:5.
Study Notes — Psalms 67:2
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- Context
- Cross References
- Psalms 67:2 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Psalms 67:2
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 67:2
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 67:2
- Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 67:2
- Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 67:2
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 67:2
- Cambridge Bible on Psalms 67:2
- Barnes' Notes on Psalms 67:2
- Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 67:2
- Sermons on Psalms 67:2
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. 4Let the nations be glad and sing for joy, for You judge the peoples justly and lead the nations of the earth. SelahCross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Titus 2:11 | For the grace of God has appeared, bringing salvation to everyone. |
| 2 | Psalms 98:2–3 | The LORD has proclaimed His salvation and revealed His righteousness to the nations. He has remembered His love and faithfulness to the house of Israel; all the ends of the earth have seen the salvation of our God. |
| 3 | Acts 18:25 | He had been instructed in the way of the Lord and was fervent in spirit. He spoke and taught accurately about Jesus, though he knew only the baptism of John. |
| 4 | Luke 2:30–31 | For my eyes have seen Your salvation, which You have prepared in the sight of all people, |
| 5 | Luke 3:6 | And all humanity will see God’s salvation.’” |
| 6 | Isaiah 52:10 | The LORD has bared His holy arm in the sight of all the nations; all the ends of the earth will see the salvation of our God. |
| 7 | Psalms 66:1–4 | Make a joyful noise to God, all the earth! Sing the glory of His name; make His praise glorious. Say to God, “How awesome are Your deeds! So great is Your power that Your enemies cower before You. All the earth bows down to You; they sing praise to You; they sing praise to Your name.” Selah |
| 8 | Psalms 43:5 | Why are you downcast, O my soul? Why the unease within me? Put your hope in God, for I will yet praise Him, my Savior and my God. |
| 9 | Acts 13:10 | and said, “O child of the devil and enemy of all righteousness, you are full of all kinds of deceit and trickery! Will you never stop perverting the straight ways of the Lord? |
| 10 | Psalms 117:2 | For great is His loving devotion toward us, and the faithfulness of the LORD endures forever. Hallelujah! |
Psalms 67:2 Summary
[This verse is a prayer asking God to make His ways and salvation known to everyone on earth. It's about God wanting all people to understand and experience His love and plan of salvation, as also seen in John 3:16 where it says God so loved the world that He gave His only Son. By knowing God's ways, people can come to trust and follow Him, which is the heart of the Gospel message. As believers, we are called to be part of sharing this message with others, both in our local communities and around the world, following the Great Commission in Matthew 28:19-20.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean for God's ways to be known on earth?
This refers to God's character, plans, and methods being understood and recognized by people on earth, as seen in Psalms 103:7 where it says God made known His ways to Moses, and in Romans 11:33 where it talks about the depth of God's wisdom and knowledge.
Why is it important for God's salvation to be known among all nations?
It's crucial because God desires all people to be saved and come to the knowledge of the truth, as stated in 1 Timothy 2:4, and this verse emphasizes the global scope of God's plan of salvation.
How can we, as believers, contribute to God's ways being known on earth?
We can contribute by living according to God's Word, sharing the Gospel with others, and demonstrating God's love and character in our lives, as encouraged in Matthew 5:16 and 1 Peter 2:12.
Is this verse suggesting that God's salvation is limited to certain nations or groups?
No, this verse actually emphasizes the universal nature of God's salvation, indicating that it is intended for all nations, which aligns with the message in Revelation 7:9 that describes a multitude from every nation, tribe, and language worshiping God.
Reflection Questions
- In what ways can I intentionally share God's ways and salvation with those around me this week?
- How does understanding God's global plan of salvation affect my prayers and concerns for other nations and cultures?
- What are some specific 'ways' of God that I have experienced or learned about in my life, and how can I share those with others?
- In what ways can I demonstrate God's love and character in my daily interactions and relationships, making His ways more known on earth?
Gill's Exposition on Psalms 67:2
That thy way may be known upon earth,.... God's way and method of grace, in the salvation of sinners; the contrivance of it in Christ, the impetration of it by him, and the application of it by his
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 67:2
That thy way may be known upon earth, thy saving health among all nations. That thy way may be known upon earth. "Thy way" - i:e., thy dealing in grace, as explained in the parallel, "thy saving health" (Acts 18:25).
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 67:2
Nor do we desire this mercy only for our comfort, but also for the advancement of thy glory, and the propagation of the true religion among all nations, who by the contemplation of thy gracious and wonderful works to and for us will be induced to love and serve thee, and to list themselves among thy people. By God’ s way he understands, either, 1. That way wherein God walks; or the manner of his dealing with his people: How gracious and bountiful a Master thou art to all thy servants! Or rather, 2. That way wherein God requires men to walk, the way of God’ s precepts, the way of truth, or the true religion; as the way or ways of the Lord are frequently taken, ,26, &c.; the same which in the next clause is called his saving health, Heb. salvation; and both together signify the way of salvation, which the psalmist desires may be known among all nations; which was expected by the ancient and godly Jews at the coming of the Messias, who is called the way, , and God’ s salvation, . And so the sense of the place is this, Deal so graciously with thy people Israel, that thereby the Gentile world may at last be allured to join themselves with them, and to embrace their religion and Messias; according to that famous prophecy, , In those days ten men out of all nations shall take hold of the skirt of a Jew, saying, We will go with you, for we have heard that God is with you.
Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 67:2
Psalms 67:2 That thy way may be known upon earth, thy saving health among all nations.Ver. 2. That thy way may be known] Thy way of worship, that way that is called holy, the gospel, Acts 19:23; Acts 18:25-26, the way of salvation, Acts 16:17. Thy saving health] That is, thy Christ, Luke 2:30; Luke 2:32.
Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 67:2
(2) Saving health.—The Hebrew word is that generally rendered “salvation,” but often better rendered “help,” or “deliverance.” By “health” the translators meant “healing power,” as in Shakespeare, King John, Act V., Scene 2:— “For the health and physick of our right.”
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 67:2
Verse 2. That thy way may be known] That thy will, thy gracious designs towards the children of men, thy way of reconciling them to thyself, of justifying the ungodly, and sanctifying the unholy, may be known to all the nations upon the earth! God's way is God's religion; what he walks in before men; and in which men must walk before him. A man's religion is his way of worshipping God, and going to heaven. The whole Gospel is called this way, Acts 19:9. Thy saving health] ישועתך yeshuathecha, "thy salvation." The great work which is performed in God's way, in destroying the power, pardoning the guilt, cleansing from the infection, of all sin; and filling the soul with holiness, with the mind that was in Christ. Let all nations - the whole Gentile world, know that way, and this salvation!
Cambridge Bible on Psalms 67:2
2. Lit. that men may know thy way in the earth. The blessings which God bestows upon Israel will shew the nations what a God He is, and make them desire to serve Him. Cp. Jeremiah 33:9; Zechariah 8:20 ff; Isaiah 11:9. God’s way is His gracious method of dealing with men, explained in the next line as His saving health, i.e. salvation, as the word is generally translated. Health in old English meant healing power, deliverance, salvation. Cp. Psalms 42:11.
Barnes' Notes on Psalms 67:2
That thy way may be known upon earth - The law of God; the principles and methods of the divine administration; the way in which God rules mankind and in which he bestows his blessings on people.
Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 67:2
2. That thy way may be known—Literally, for the knowing thy way.
Sermons on Psalms 67:2
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"Too Intense?" "Radical?" by Paul Washer | In this sermon, the speaker passionately shares his personal experiences of sacrifice and persecution for his faith in Jesus Christ. He recounts witnessing people dying and a young |
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Jap-01 the Earth Is the Lord's by Art Katz | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes that this message will not be a neat and ordered lecture, but rather a raw and impactful experience. The speaker expresses their overwhelming |
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Unreached Peoples: China's Minority Groups #6 the Jungles of Southern Yunnan by Paul Hattaway | This sermon focuses on various minority people groups in Xishuangbanna, China, such as the Hani, Kutsong, Jingpa, Lahu, Genua, and Bulong, highlighting their unique cultures, relig |
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(1 Peter - Part 11): Wherefore, Gird Up Your Minds and Be Sober by A.W. Tozer | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of being spiritually prepared and vigilant. He uses the analogy of a violinist who neglects to tune his instrument, resulting |
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Are You Ready for the Coming of Jesus by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the concept of the coming of Jesus and the signs that will precede it. He references the scripture in Matthew 24, where Jesus compares his co |
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A Satanic Deception Regarding Salvation by Charles Stanley | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of understanding the true source of authority in life, death, and morality. He asserts that the final authority is found in t |
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The Gospel of Accommodation by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, the preacher begins by expressing gratitude and praising God. He emphasizes the importance of not sparing the rod and how many churches and preachers are failing th |