Psalms 72:7
Psalms 72:7 in Multiple Translations
May the righteous flourish in his days and prosperity abound, until the moon is no more.
In his days shall the righteous flourish; and abundance of peace so long as the moon endureth.
In his days shall the righteous flourish, And abundance of peace, till the moon be no more.
In his days may the upright do well, living in peace as long as there is a moon in heaven.
May those who live right prosper under his rule; may there be great prosperity until the moon is no more.
In his dayes shall the righteous florish, and abundance of peace shalbe so long as the moone endureth.
Flourish in his days doth the righteous, And abundance of peace till the moon is not.
In his days, the righteous shall flourish, and abundance of peace, until the moon is no more.
In his days shall the righteous flourish; and abundance of peace so long as the moon endureth.
Their iniquity hath come forth, as it were from fatness: they have passed into the affection of the heart.
I hope/desire that people will live righteously during the years that I rule, and that my people will live peacefully and prosperously as long as the moon shines.
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Psalms 72:7 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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יִֽפְרַח
בְּ/יָמָ֥י/ו
צַדִּ֑יק
וְ/רֹ֥ב
שָׁ֝ל֗וֹם
עַד
בְּלִ֥י
יָרֵֽחַ
יִֽפְרַח
pârach
H6524
to sprout
V-Qal-Imperf-3ms
בְּ/יָמָ֥י/ו
yôwm
H3117
day
Prep | N-mp | Suff
צַדִּ֑יק
tsaddîyq
H6662
righteous
Adj
וְ/רֹ֥ב
rôb
H7230
abundance
Conj | N-cs
שָׁ֝ל֗וֹם
shâlôwm
H7965
Peace
N-ms
עַד
ʻad
H5704
till
Prep
בְּלִ֥י
bᵉlîy
H1097
without
Part
יָרֵֽחַ
yârêach
H3394
moon
N-ms
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Hebrew Word Reference — Psalms 72:7
יִֽפְרַח
pârach
H6524
"to sprout"
V-Qal-Imperf-3ms
This verb means to fly or bloom, describing something that spreads out or flourishes. It can also mean to break forth like a bud or to grow abundantly. It's used to picture flourishing or spreading out.
Definition: 1) to bud, sprout, shoot, bloom 1a) (Qal) to bud, sprout, send out shoots, blossom 1b) (Hiphil) 1b1) to cause to bud or sprout 1b2) to show buds or sprouts
Usage: Occurs in 33 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] abroad, [idiom] abundantly, blossom, break forth (out), bud, flourish, make fly, grow, spread, spring (up). See also: Genesis 40:10; Psalms 92:14; Psalms 72:7.
בְּ/יָמָ֥י/ו
yôwm
H3117
"day"
Prep | N-mp | Suff
The Hebrew word 'yom' refers to a day, which can be a literal 24-hour period or a figurative space of time. It is used in the Bible to describe a wide range of time periods, from a single day to a year or a lifetime. The word 'yom' is used in many different contexts throughout the Bible.
Definition: : day/when/time/period 1) day, time, year 1a) day (as opposed to night) 1b) day (24 hour period) 1b1) as defined by evening and morning in Genesis 1 1b2) as a division of time 1b2a) a working day, a day's journey 1c) days, lifetime (pl.) 1d) time, period (general) 1e) year 1f) temporal references 1f1) today 1f2) yesterday 1f3) tomorrow
Usage: Occurs in 1930 OT verses. KJV: age, [phrase] always, [phrase] chronicals, continually(-ance), daily, ((birth-), each, to) day, (now a, two) days (agone), [phrase] elder, [idiom] end, [phrase] evening, [phrase] (for) ever(-lasting, -more), [idiom] full, life, as (so) long as (... live), (even) now, [phrase] old, [phrase] outlived, [phrase] perpetually, presently, [phrase] remaineth, [idiom] required, season, [idiom] since, space, then, (process of) time, [phrase] as at other times, [phrase] in trouble, weather, (as) when, (a, the, within a) while (that), [idiom] whole ([phrase] age), (full) year(-ly), [phrase] younger. See also: Genesis 1:5; Genesis 33:13; Exodus 23:15.
צַדִּ֑יק
tsaddîyq
H6662
"righteous"
Adj
Means being just or righteous, as seen in government, personal conduct, or character, often describing someone made right with God. It appears in descriptions of King David and other biblical leaders. The concept is central to the Bible's teachings on morality and ethics.
Definition: 1) just, lawful, righteous 1a) just, righteous (in government) 1b) just, right (in one's cause) 1c) just, righteous (in conduct and character) 1d) righteous (as justified and vindicated by God) 1e) right, correct, lawful
Usage: Occurs in 197 OT verses. KJV: just, lawful, righteous (man). See also: Genesis 6:9; Proverbs 10:31; Psalms 1:5.
וְ/רֹ֥ב
rôb
H7230
"abundance"
Conj | N-cs
Describes abundance or greatness in the Bible, used to talk about God's power and creation in Psalms and Isaiah.
Definition: 1) multitude, abundance, greatness 1a) multitude 1a1) abundance, abundantly 1a2) numerous 1b) greatness
Usage: Occurs in 145 OT verses. KJV: abundance(-antly), all, [idiom] common (sort), excellent, great(-ly, -ness, number), huge, be increased, long, many, more in number, most, much, multitude, plenty(-ifully), [idiom] very (age). See also: Genesis 16:10; Job 32:7; Psalms 5:8.
שָׁ֝ל֗וֹם
shâlôwm
H7965
"Peace"
N-ms
This Hebrew word for peace, shalom, means completeness, wellness, and friendship, and is often used to describe God's relationship with humanity, as seen in the covenant with the Israelites. It encompasses physical and spiritual health, prosperity, and harmony.
Definition: This name means completeness, peace Another name of ye.ho.vah (יהוה "LORD" H3068G)
Usage: Occurs in 209 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] do, familiar, [idiom] fare, favour, [phrase] friend, [idiom] great, (good) health, ([idiom] perfect, such as be at) peace(-able, -ably), prosper(-ity, -ous), rest, safe(-ty), salute, welfare, ([idiom] all is, be) well, [idiom] wholly. See also: Genesis 15:15; Esther 2:11; Psalms 4:9.
עַד
ʻad
H5704
"till"
Prep
This Hebrew word means until or as far as, describing a point in time or space. It's used in the Bible to set boundaries or limits, like in Exodus when describing the Israelites' journey.
Definition: prep 1) as far as, even to, until, up to, while, as far as 1a) of space 1a1) as far as, up to, even to 1b) in combination 1b1) from...as far as, both...and (with 'min' -from) 1c) of time 1c1) even to, until, unto, till, during, end 1d) of degree 1d1) even to, to the degree of, even like conj 2) until, while, to the point that, so that even Aramaic equivalent: ad (עַד "till" H5705)
Usage: Occurs in 1128 OT verses. KJV: against, and, as, at, before, by (that), even (to), for(-asmuch as), (hither-) to, [phrase] how long, into, as long (much) as, (so) that, till, toward, until, when, while, ([phrase] as) yet. See also: Genesis 3:19; Exodus 32:20; Numbers 23:24.
בְּלִ֥י
bᵉlîy
H1097
"without"
Part
This word means without or nothing, often used for negation. It appears in various forms, such as without or not yet, in the Old Testament.
Definition: subst 1) wearing out adv of negation 2) without, no, not
Usage: Occurs in 57 OT verses. KJV: corruption, ig(norantly), for lack of, where no...is, so that no, none, not, un(awares), without. See also: Genesis 31:20; Job 38:41; Psalms 19:4.
יָרֵֽחַ
yârêach
H3394
"moon"
N-ms
This word refers to the moon, the natural satellite of the earth. It is used in the Bible to describe the moon and its phases.
Definition: moon
Usage: Occurs in 26 OT verses. KJV: moon. Yrechow. See H3405 (יְרִיחוֹ). See also: Genesis 37:9; Psalms 121:6; Psalms 8:4.
Study Notes — Psalms 72:7
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- Context
- Cross References
- Psalms 72:7 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Psalms 72:7
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 72:7
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 72:7
- Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 72:7
- Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 72:7
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 72:7
- Cambridge Bible on Psalms 72:7
- Barnes' Notes on Psalms 72:7
- Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 72:7
- Sermons on Psalms 72:7
Context — Endow the King with Your Justice
5May they fear him as long as the sun shines, as long as the moon remains, through all generations.
6May he be like rain that falls on freshly cut grass, like spring showers that water the earth.
7May the righteous flourish in his days and prosperity abound until the moon is no more.
8May he rule from sea to sea, and from the Euphrates to the ends of the earth. 9May the nomads bow before him, and his enemies lick the dust.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Isaiah 2:4 | Then He will judge between the nations and arbitrate for many peoples. They will beat their swords into plowshares and their spears into pruning hooks. Nation will no longer take up the sword against nation, nor train anymore for war. |
| 2 | Malachi 4:2 | “But for you who fear My name, the sun of righteousness will rise with healing in its wings, and you will go out and leap like calves from the stall. |
| 3 | Psalms 92:12 | The righteous will flourish like a palm tree, and grow like a cedar in Lebanon. |
| 4 | Isaiah 60:22 | The least of you will become a thousand, and the smallest a mighty nation. I am the LORD; in its time I will accomplish it quickly. |
| 5 | Isaiah 54:11–17 | “O afflicted city, lashed by storms, without solace, surely I will set your stones in antimony and lay your foundations with sapphires. I will make your pinnacles of rubies, your gates of sparkling jewels, and all your walls of precious stones. Then all your sons will be taught by the LORD, and great will be their prosperity. In righteousness you will be established, far from oppression, for you will have no fear. Terror will be far removed, for it will not come near you. If anyone attacks you, it is not from Me; whoever assails you will fall before you. Behold, I have created the craftsman who fans the coals into flame and forges a weapon fit for its task; and I have created the destroyer to wreak havoc. No weapon formed against you shall prosper, and you will refute every tongue that accuses you. This is the heritage of the servants of the LORD, and their vindication is from Me,” declares the LORD. |
| 6 | Luke 2:14 | “Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace to men on whom His favor rests!” |
| 7 | Isaiah 55:10–13 | For just as rain and snow fall from heaven and do not return without watering the earth, making it bud and sprout, and providing seed to sow and food to eat, so My word that proceeds from My mouth will not return to Me empty, but it will accomplish what I please, and it will prosper where I send it. You will indeed go out with joy and be led forth in peace; the mountains and hills will burst into song before you, and all the trees of the field will clap their hands. Instead of the thornbush, a cypress will grow, and instead of the brier, a myrtle will spring up; they will make a name for the LORD, an everlasting sign, never to be destroyed.” |
| 8 | Ephesians 2:14–17 | For He Himself is our peace, who has made the two one and has torn down the dividing wall of hostility by abolishing in His flesh the law of commandments and decrees. He did this to create in Himself one new man out of the two, thus making peace and reconciling both of them to God in one body through the cross, by which He extinguished their hostility. He came and preached peace to you who were far away and peace to those who were near. |
| 9 | Luke 1:33 | and He will reign over the house of Jacob forever. His kingdom will never end!” |
| 10 | Isaiah 11:6–9 | The wolf will live with the lamb, and the leopard will lie down with the goat; the calf and young lion and fatling will be together, and a little child will lead them. The cow will graze with the bear, their young will lie down together, and the lion will eat straw like the ox. The infant will play by the cobra’s den, and the toddler will reach into the viper’s nest. They will neither harm nor destroy on all My holy mountain, for the earth will be full of the knowledge of the LORD as the sea is full of water. |
Psalms 72:7 Summary
This verse is saying that when a good king is in charge, people who follow God's ways will be happy and successful, and this will last for a very long time. It's talking about a time of great peace and prosperity, where everything goes well for those who love God, as seen in Psalms 37:3-4. This is a promise from God that He will take care of His people and bring about a time of great joy and abundance, as described in Jeremiah 29:11 and Matthew 6:33. By trusting in God and following His ways, we can experience this kind of flourishing in our own lives.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean for the righteous to flourish in the king's days?
This means that during the king's reign, those who follow God's ways and are righteous will experience a time of great peace and prosperity, as seen in Psalms 37:11 and Isaiah 32:17.
How long will this time of prosperity last?
According to Psalms 72:7, this time of prosperity will last until the moon is no more, indicating a very long time, perhaps even until the end of the world as we know it, as described in Revelation 21:1-4.
Is this verse talking about a specific king or a future king?
While this verse could be talking about a specific king in Israel's history, many interpret it as a reference to the future reign of Jesus Christ, as described in Psalms 2:6-12 and Revelation 19:11-16.
What is the significance of the moon in this verse?
The moon is often used in the Bible as a symbol of eternity or a very long time, as seen in Psalms 72:5, so when it says until the moon is no more, it's emphasizing the lasting nature of the king's reign and the prosperity of the righteous, as also seen in Isaiah 66:22-24.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways that I can personally flourish as a righteous person in my daily life, and what role does my faith play in this?
- How can I contribute to creating an environment where righteousness and prosperity can abound, as described in this verse?
- In what ways can I trust God to provide for me and bring about a time of peace and prosperity in my life, just as He promises in Psalms 72:7?
- What are some things that I can do to prepare myself for the future reign of Jesus Christ, and how can I live in a way that honors Him now?
- How can I balance my desire for personal prosperity with the need to prioritize righteousness and following God's ways in my life?
Gill's Exposition on Psalms 72:7
In his days shall the righteous flourish,.... As the grass of the field, Psalms 72:16; the dews and rain of grace descending upon them; and as a branch, Proverbs 11:28.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 72:7
In his days shall the righteous flourish; and abundance of peace so long as the moon endureth.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 72:7
Shall the righteous flourish; as the wicked shall be discountenanced and punished, so good men shall be encouraged, and advanced, and multiplied. So long as the moon endureth, i.e. as long as time and the world shall last; which neither was nor could be true of Solomon, who lived not long, and the peace of whose kingdom was sadly disturbed, and in a manner wholly lost, presently after his death, but was undoubtedly and eminently accomplished in Christ, who brought peace upon earth, , and left it as his legacy to his disciples, .
Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 72:7
Psalms 72:7 In his days shall the righteous flourish; and abundance of peace so long as the moon endureth.Ver. 7. In his days shall the righteous flourish] As watered gardens, Jeremiah 31:12, or as the willows by the water courses, Isaiah 44:4, παντακαλωςεσται. And abundance of peace] The work of righteousness shall be peace, and the effects of righteousness quietness, and assurance for ever, Isaiah 32:17. Christ’ s subjects have peace, peace, Isaiah 25:3, a multiplied peace, a multiplied pardon, Isaiah 55:7; where sin aboundeth grace superaboundeth; neither can they commit more than God will remit unto them.
Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 72:7
(7) Flourish—i.e., spring up and grow like vegetation after rain. Endureth.—See margin, and comp. Job 14:12, “till the heavens be no more.”
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 72:7
Verse 7. In his days shall the righteous flourish] There was nothing but peace and prosperity all the days of Solomon: for, "In his days Judah and Israel dwelt safely; every man under his vine and under his fig-tree, from Dan even to Beersheba;" 1Kg 4:25. So long as the moon endureth] עד בלי ירח ad beli yareach, "Till there be no more moon."
Cambridge Bible on Psalms 72:7
7. flourish] The metaphor follows naturally upon that of the preceding verse. Cp. Proverbs 11:28; Psalms 92:12-13. For the righteous LXX, Jer., Syr. read righteousness, which suits the parallelism better. so long as the moon endureth] Lit. as R.V., till the moon be no more; for all time. Cp. Job 14:12.
Barnes' Notes on Psalms 72:7
In his days shall the righteous flourish - It will be a period when just and upright people will be protected, or when they shall receive the countenance of him who reigns.
Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 72:7
7. Shall the righteous flourish—The highest proof of a righteous government and of a prosperous people. Moon endureth—See Psalms 72:5
Sermons on Psalms 72:7
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When Will Peace Come? by Basilea Schlink | The video is a sermon on the topic of peace and the establishment of God's kingdom on earth. The speaker emphasizes that the fears and tribulations of the last times will prepare t |
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A Christmas-Day Sermon by Samuel Davies | Samuel Davies preaches about the significance of celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ in a pious manner, giving glory to God, accepting the peace He brings, and making peace with |
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Luke 12:49-53. Christ Foretells That the Gospel Will Occasion Divisions. by Favell Lee Mortimer | Favell Lee Mortimer delves into the paradox of Jesus being called the Prince of peace yet bringing division on earth before ultimate peace. The rejection and persecution of the Gos |
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Jesus Above All by R.G. Lee | In this sermon, the speaker reflects on his experience of attending a gathering where they listened to a recording of a singer who had been dead for 30 years. He mentions that duri |
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The Millennium - What? Where? When? How? Who? by J. Vernon McGee | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the hunger and thirst for God that will characterize the future. He mentions specific instances where he has witnessed this hunger, such as in |
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Rome or Zion? by Art Katz | In this sermon, the speaker shares a personal experience of witnessing the slaughter of a pig and a lamb side by side. This experience taught the speaker about the importance of tr |
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What Does God Require of You by Leonard Ravenhill | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of understanding what the Lord requires of believers. He challenges the idea that extravagant offerings or sacrifices can ple |