Psalms 85:9
Psalms 85:9 in Multiple Translations
Surely His salvation is near to those who fear Him, that His glory may dwell in our land.
Surely his salvation is nigh them that fear him; that glory may dwell in our land.
Surely his salvation is nigh them that fear him, That glory may dwell in our land.
Truly, his salvation is near to his worshippers; so that glory may be in our land.
Truly God's salvation is with those who do as he says. His glorious presence will live with us in our land.
Surely his saluation is neere to them that feare him, that glory may dwell in our land.
Only, near to those fearing Him [is] His salvation, That honour may dwell in our land.
Surely his salvation is near those who fear him, that glory may dwell in our land.
Surely his salvation is nigh them that fear him; that glory may dwell in our land.
All the nations thou hast made shall come and adore before thee, O Lord: and they shall glorify thy name.
He is surely ready to save/rescue those who revere him, in order that his glory/splendor will be seen in our land.
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Psalms 85:9 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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אֶשְׁמְעָ֗ה
מַה
יְדַבֵּר֮
הָ/אֵ֪ל
יְה֫וָ֥ה
כִּ֤י
יְדַבֵּ֬ר
שָׁל֗וֹם
אֶל
עַמּ֥/וֹ
וְ/אֶל
חֲסִידָ֑י/ו
וְֽ/אַל
יָשׁ֥וּבוּ
לְ/כִסְלָֽה
אֶשְׁמְעָ֗ה
shâmaʻ
H8085
to hear
V-Qal-1cs
מַה
mâh
H4100
what?
Part
יְדַבֵּר֮
dâbar
H1696
to speak
V-Piel-Imperf-3ms
הָ/אֵ֪ל
ʼêl
H410
god
Art | N-ms
יְה֫וָ֥ה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
The Lord
N-proper
כִּ֤י
kîy
H3588
for
Conj
יְדַבֵּ֬ר
dâbar
H1696
to speak
V-Piel-Imperf-3ms
שָׁל֗וֹם
shâlôwm
H7965
Peace
N-ms
אֶל
ʼêl
H413
to(wards)
Prep
עַמּ֥/וֹ
ʻam
H5971
Amaw
N-ms | Suff
וְ/אֶל
ʼêl
H413
to(wards)
Conj | Prep
חֲסִידָ֑י/ו
châçîyd
H2623
pious
Adj | Suff
וְֽ/אַל
ʼal
H408
not
Conj | Part
יָשׁ֥וּבוּ
shûwb
H7725
to return
V-Qal-Juss-3mp
לְ/כִסְלָֽה
kiçlâh
H3690
confidence
Prep | N-fs
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Hebrew Word Reference — Psalms 85:9
אֶשְׁמְעָ֗ה
shâmaʻ
H8085
"to hear"
V-Qal-1cs
To hear and listen is what this Hebrew word means, often implying attention and obedience. In Exodus and Deuteronomy, it is used when God speaks to the people, and they must listen and obey.
Definition: : hear v 1) to hear, listen to, obey 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to hear (perceive by ear) 1a2) to hear of or concerning 1a3) to hear (have power to hear) 1a4) to hear with attention or interest, listen to 1a5) to understand (language) 1a6) to hear (of judicial cases) 1a7) to listen, give heed 1a7a) to consent, agree 1a7b) to grant request 1a8) to listen to, yield to 1a9) to obey, be obedient 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be heard (of voice or sound) 1b2) to be heard of 1b3) to be regarded, be obeyed 1c) (Piel) to cause to hear, call to hear, summon 1d) (Hiphil) 1d1) to cause to hear, tell, proclaim, utter a sound 1d2) to sound aloud (musical term) 1d3) to make proclamation, summon 1d4) to cause to be heard n m 2) sound
Usage: Occurs in 1072 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] attentively, call (gather) together, [idiom] carefully, [idiom] certainly, consent, consider, be content, declare, [idiom] diligently, discern, give ear, (cause to, let, make to) hear(-ken, tell), [idiom] indeed, listen, make (a) noise, (be) obedient, obey, perceive, (make a) proclaim(-ation), publish, regard, report, shew (forth), (make a) sound, [idiom] surely, tell, understand, whosoever (heareth), witness. See also: Genesis 3:8; Exodus 32:18; Deuteronomy 27:9.
מַה
mâh
H4100
"what?"
Part
This Hebrew word means what or how, often used to ask questions or express surprise, like in Genesis when God asks Adam what he has done. It can also mean why or when, and is used in various ways throughout the Old Testament. It appears in many KJV translations, including how or what.
Definition: interr pron 1) what, how, of what kind 1a) (interrogative) 1a1) what? 1a2) of what kind 1a3) what? (rhetorical) 1a4) whatsoever, whatever, what 1b) (adverb) 1b1) how, how now 1b2) why 1b3) how! (exclamation) 1c) (with prep) 1c1) wherein?, whereby?, wherewith?, by what means? 1c2) because of what? 1c3) the like of what? 1c3a) how much?, how many?, how often? 1c3b) for how long? 1c4) for what reason?, why?, to what purpose? 1c5) until when?, how long?, upon what?, wherefore? indef pron 2) anything, aught, what may
Usage: Occurs in 655 OT verses. KJV: how (long, oft, (-soever)), (no-) thing, what (end, good, purpose, thing), whereby(-fore, -in, -to, -with), (for) why. See also: Genesis 2:19; Numbers 21:5; 1 Samuel 19:5.
יְדַבֵּר֮
dâbar
H1696
"to speak"
V-Piel-Imperf-3ms
To speak or communicate, like God speaking to Moses in Exodus or a king commanding his people. It can also mean to promise or warn someone.
Definition: : speak/tell/command 1) to speak, declare, converse, command, promise, warn, threaten, sing 1a) (Qal) to speak 1b) (Niphal) to speak with one another, talk 1c) (Piel) 1c1) to speak 1c2) to promise 1d) (Pual) to be spoken 1e) (Hithpael) to speak 1f) (Hiphil) to lead away, put to flight
Usage: Occurs in 1049 OT verses. KJV: answer, appoint, bid, command, commune, declare, destroy, give, name, promise, pronounce, rehearse, say, speak, be spokesman, subdue, talk, teach, tell, think, use (entreaties), utter, [idiom] well, [idiom] work. See also: Genesis 8:15; Exodus 12:25; Leviticus 23:9.
הָ/אֵ֪ל
ʼêl
H410
"god"
Art | N-ms
In the Bible, 'el means strength or power, and is often used to refer to God or false gods. It describes something or someone as mighty or powerful, like the Almighty. This concept is central to understanding the Bible's view of God.
Definition: : god 1) god, god-like one, mighty one 1a) mighty men, men of rank, mighty heroes 1b) angels 1c) god, false god, (demons, imaginations) 1d) God, the one true God, Jehovah 2) mighty things in nature 3) strength, power Also means: ": power" (el אֵל H0410L)
Usage: Occurs in 235 OT verses. KJV: God (god), [idiom] goodly, [idiom] great, idol, might(-y one), power, strong. Compare names in '-el.' See also: Genesis 14:18; Job 33:14; Psalms 5:5.
יְה֫וָ֥ה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
"The Lord"
N-proper
Yehovah is another name for God, often translated as 'the Lord'. It is a national name for God in the Jewish faith. This name is used throughout the Old Testament.
Definition: Another name of ye.ru.sha.laim (יְרוּשָׁלִַ֫ם, יְרוּשְׁלֵם "Jerusalem" H3389)
Usage: Occurs in 5522 OT verses. KJV: Jehovah, the Lord. Compare H3050 (יָהּ), H3069 (יְהֹוִה). See also: Genesis 2:4; Genesis 24:42; Exodus 8:8.
כִּ֤י
kîy
H3588
"for"
Conj
A conjunction used to show cause or connection, as in Genesis 2:23 where Adam says the woman is bone of his bone because she was taken out of him. It is often translated as 'for', 'because', or 'since'.
Definition: 1) that, for, because, when, as though, as, because that, but, then, certainly, except, surely, since 1a) that 1a1) yea, indeed 1b) when (of time) 1b1) when, if, though (with a concessive force) 1c) because, since (causal connection) 1d) but (after negative) 1e) that if, for if, indeed if, for though, but if 1f) but rather, but 1g) except that 1h) only, nevertheless 1i) surely 1j) that is 1k) but if 1l) for though 1m) forasmuch as, for therefore
Usage: Occurs in 3910 OT verses. KJV: and, + (forasmuch, inasmuch, where-) as, assured(-ly), + but, certainly, doubtless, + else, even, + except, for, how, (because, in, so, than) that, + nevertheless, now, rightly, seeing, since, surely, then, therefore, + (al-) though, + till, truly, + until, when, whether, while, whom, yea, yet. See also: Genesis 1:4; Genesis 26:16; Genesis 42:15.
יְדַבֵּ֬ר
dâbar
H1696
"to speak"
V-Piel-Imperf-3ms
To speak or communicate, like God speaking to Moses in Exodus or a king commanding his people. It can also mean to promise or warn someone.
Definition: : speak/tell/command 1) to speak, declare, converse, command, promise, warn, threaten, sing 1a) (Qal) to speak 1b) (Niphal) to speak with one another, talk 1c) (Piel) 1c1) to speak 1c2) to promise 1d) (Pual) to be spoken 1e) (Hithpael) to speak 1f) (Hiphil) to lead away, put to flight
Usage: Occurs in 1049 OT verses. KJV: answer, appoint, bid, command, commune, declare, destroy, give, name, promise, pronounce, rehearse, say, speak, be spokesman, subdue, talk, teach, tell, think, use (entreaties), utter, [idiom] well, [idiom] work. See also: Genesis 8:15; Exodus 12:25; Leviticus 23:9.
שָׁל֗וֹם
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.
אֶל
ʼêl
H413
"to(wards)"
Prep
This Hebrew word means 'to' or 'toward', showing direction or movement. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus, to indicate where someone is going. The KJV translates it in various ways, like 'about', 'according to', or 'against'.
Definition: 1) to, toward, unto (of motion) 2) into (limit is actually entered) 2a) in among 3) toward (of direction, not necessarily physical motion) 4) against (motion or direction of a hostile character) 5) in addition to, to 6) concerning, in regard to, in reference to, on account of 7) according to (rule or standard) 8) at, by, against (of one's presence) 9) in between, in within, to within, unto (idea of motion to)
Usage: Occurs in 4205 OT verses. KJV: about, according to, after, against, among, as for, at, because(-fore, -side), both...and, by, concerning, for, from, [idiom] hath, in(-to), near, (out) of, over, through, to(-ward), under, unto, upon, whether, with(-in). See also: Genesis 1:9; Genesis 21:14; Genesis 31:13.
עַמּ֥/וֹ
ʻam
H5971
"Amaw"
N-ms | Suff
A people or nation is what this Hebrew word represents, like the nation of Israel in Exodus 33:13. It can also mean a tribe, troops, or attendants, and is used to describe a group of people gathered together. The word is often used to refer to the people of God.
Definition: This name means nation, people
Usage: Occurs in 1655 OT verses. KJV: folk, men, nation, people. See also: Genesis 11:6; Exodus 16:4; Leviticus 17:9.
וְ/אֶל
ʼêl
H413
"to(wards)"
Conj | Prep
This Hebrew word means 'to' or 'toward', showing direction or movement. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus, to indicate where someone is going. The KJV translates it in various ways, like 'about', 'according to', or 'against'.
Definition: 1) to, toward, unto (of motion) 2) into (limit is actually entered) 2a) in among 3) toward (of direction, not necessarily physical motion) 4) against (motion or direction of a hostile character) 5) in addition to, to 6) concerning, in regard to, in reference to, on account of 7) according to (rule or standard) 8) at, by, against (of one's presence) 9) in between, in within, to within, unto (idea of motion to)
Usage: Occurs in 4205 OT verses. KJV: about, according to, after, against, among, as for, at, because(-fore, -side), both...and, by, concerning, for, from, [idiom] hath, in(-to), near, (out) of, over, through, to(-ward), under, unto, upon, whether, with(-in). See also: Genesis 1:9; Genesis 21:14; Genesis 31:13.
חֲסִידָ֑י/ו
châçîyd
H2623
"pious"
Adj | Suff
A pious person is someone who is kind and faithful to God, like a saint. In the Bible, it describes people who are holy and merciful, such as in Psalms and Proverbs. This concept is important in the Old Testament.
Definition: 1) faithful, kind, godly, holy one, saint, pious 1a) kind 1b) pious, godly 1c) faithful ones (subst)
Usage: Occurs in 32 OT verses. KJV: godly (man), good, holy (one), merciful, saint, (un-) godly. See also: Deuteronomy 33:8; Psalms 85:9; Psalms 4:4.
וְֽ/אַל
ʼal
H408
"not"
Conj | Part
Means not or nothing, used to express negation, as in the phrase do not or let not be.
Definition: 1) not, no, nor, neither, nothing (as wish or preference) 1a) do not, let not (with a verb) 1b) let there not be (with a verb understood) 1c) not, no (with substantive) 1d) nothing (as substantive) Aramaic equivalent: al (אַל "not" H0409)
Usage: Occurs in 572 OT verses. KJV: nay, neither, [phrase] never, no, nor, not, nothing (worth), rather than. See also: Genesis 13:8; Joshua 11:6; 1 Chronicles 22:13.
יָשׁ֥וּבוּ
shûwb
H7725
"to return"
V-Qal-Juss-3mp
This Hebrew word means to return or turn back, and can be used literally or figuratively. It is often used to describe someone returning to God or repenting from sin, as seen in the book of Psalms and the prophets.
Definition: : return 1) to return, turn back 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to turn back, return 1a1a) to turn back 1a1b) to return, come or go back 1a1c) to return unto, go back, come back 1a1d) of dying 1a1e) of human relations (fig) 1a1f) of spiritual relations (fig) 1a1f1) to turn back (from God), apostatise 1a1f2) to turn away (of God) 1a1f3) to turn back (to God), repent 1a1f4) turn back (from evil) 1a1g) of inanimate things 1a1h) in repetition 1b) (Polel) 1b1) to bring back 1b2) to restore, refresh, repair (fig) 1b3) to lead away (enticingly) 1b4) to show turning, apostatise 1c) (Pual) restored (participle) 1d) (Hiphil) to cause to return, bring back 1d1) to bring back, allow to return, put back, draw back, give back, restore, relinquish, give in payment 1d2) to bring back, refresh, restore 1d3) to bring back, report to, answer 1d4) to bring back, make requital, pay (as recompense) 1d5) to turn back or backward, repel, defeat, repulse, hinder, reject, refuse 1d6) to turn away (face), turn toward 1d7) to turn against 1d8) to bring back to mind 1d9) to show a turning away 1d10) to reverse, revoke 1e) (Hophal) to be returned, be restored, be brought back 1f) (Pulal) brought back
Usage: Occurs in 953 OT verses. KJV: ((break, build, circumcise, dig, do anything, do evil, feed, lay down, lie down, lodge, make, rejoice, send, take, weep)) [idiom] again, (cause to) answer ([phrase] again), [idiom] in any case (wise), [idiom] at all, averse, bring (again, back, home again), call (to mind), carry again (back), cease, [idiom] certainly, come again (back), [idiom] consider, [phrase] continually, convert, deliver (again), [phrase] deny, draw back, fetch home again, [idiom] fro, get (oneself) (back) again, [idiom] give (again), go again (back, home), (go) out, hinder, let, (see) more, [idiom] needs, be past, [idiom] pay, pervert, pull in again, put (again, up again), recall, recompense, recover, refresh, relieve, render (again), requite, rescue, restore, retrieve, (cause to, make to) return, reverse, reward, [phrase] say nay, send back, set again, slide back, still, [idiom] surely, take back (off), (cause to, make to) turn (again, self again, away, back, back again, backward, from, off), withdraw. See also: Genesis 3:19; Numbers 8:25; Judges 8:13.
לְ/כִסְלָֽה
kiçlâh
H3690
"confidence"
Prep | N-fs
This word means trust or confidence, but can also imply silliness or foolishness, depending on the situation, like in Proverbs 14:16. It's about where we put our faith or trust.
Definition: 1) confidence 2) folly, stupidity
Usage: Occurs in 2 OT verses. KJV: confidence, folly. See also: Job 4:6; Psalms 85:9.
Study Notes — Psalms 85:9
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- Context
- Cross References
- Psalms 85:9 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Psalms 85:9
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 85:9
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 85:9
- Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 85:9
- Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 85:9
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 85:9
- Cambridge Bible on Psalms 85:9
- Barnes' Notes on Psalms 85:9
- Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 85:9
- Sermons on Psalms 85:9
Context — You Showed Favor to Your Land
7Show us Your loving devotion, O LORD, and grant us Your salvation.
8I will listen to what God the LORD will say; for He will surely speak peace to His people and His saints; He will not let them return to folly.
9Surely His salvation is near to those who fear Him, that His glory may dwell in our land.
10Loving devotion and faithfulness have joined together; righteousness and peace have kissed. 11Faithfulness sprouts from the earth, and righteousness looks down from heaven.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Isaiah 46:13 | I am bringing My righteousness near; it is not far away, and My salvation will not be delayed. I will grant salvation to Zion and adorn Israel with My splendor. |
| 2 | Zechariah 2:5 | For I will be a wall of fire around it, declares the LORD, and I will be the glory within it.’” |
| 3 | John 7:17 | If anyone desires to do His will, he will know whether My teaching is from God or whether I speak on My own. |
| 4 | Zechariah 2:8 | For this is what the LORD of Hosts says: “After His Glory has sent Me against the nations that have plundered you—for whoever touches you touches the apple of His eye— |
| 5 | Psalms 24:4–5 | He who has clean hands and a pure heart, who does not lift up his soul to an idol or swear deceitfully. He will receive blessing from the LORD and vindication from the God of his salvation. |
| 6 | Luke 2:32 | a light for revelation to the Gentiles, and for glory to Your people Israel.” |
| 7 | Ezekiel 26:20 | then I will bring you down with those who descend to the Pit, to the people of antiquity. I will make you dwell in the earth below like the ancient ruins, with those who descend to the Pit, so that you will no longer be inhabited or set in splendor in the land of the living. |
| 8 | Psalms 50:23 | He who sacrifices a thank offering honors Me, and to him who rights his way, I will show the salvation of God.” |
| 9 | Acts 11:13–14 | He told us how he had seen an angel standing in his house and saying, ‘Send to Joppa for Simon who is called Peter. He will convey to you a message by which you and all your household will be saved.’ |
| 10 | Haggai 2:7–9 | I will shake all the nations, and they will come with all their treasures, and I will fill this house with glory, says the LORD of Hosts. The silver is Mine, and the gold is Mine, declares the LORD of Hosts. The latter glory of this house will be greater than the former, says the LORD of Hosts. And in this place I will provide peace, declares the LORD of Hosts.” |
Psalms 85:9 Summary
[Psalms 85:9 tells us that God's salvation is near to those who fear Him, which means that when we have a deep respect and reverence for God, we can experience His rescue and deliverance. This is similar to what we see in Psalms 34:7, where it says 'The angel of the LORD encamps around those who fear him, and he delivers them'. As we trust in God and follow His ways, we can see His glory dwelling in our lives and in our communities, just like it says in Habakkuk 2:14, 'For the earth will be filled with the knowledge of the glory of the LORD as the waters cover the sea'. This is a wonderful promise that gives us hope and encouragement to live a life that honors God.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean to 'fear' God in Psalms 85:9?
To fear God means to have a deep reverence and respect for Him, recognizing His power and authority, as seen in Psalms 111:10, where it says 'The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom'
How can we experience God's salvation as mentioned in this verse?
We can experience God's salvation by putting our trust in Him and following His commands, as stated in Proverbs 28:13, which says 'Whoever conceals their sins does not prosper, but the one who confesses and renounces them finds mercy'
What is the relationship between God's salvation and His glory dwelling in our land?
God's salvation is a manifestation of His glory, and when we experience His salvation, His glory is revealed in our lives and in our communities, as seen in Isaiah 60:1-2, where it says 'Arise, shine, for your light has come, and the glory of the LORD rises upon you'
How can we apply the promise of Psalms 85:9 to our daily lives?
We can apply this promise by seeking to live a life that honors God, trusting in His goodness and faithfulness, and looking to Him for guidance and protection, as encouraged in Psalms 23:4, which says 'Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I will fear no evil, for you are with me'
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways I can demonstrate my fear of God in my daily life, and how can I cultivate a deeper reverence for Him?
- How has God's salvation impacted my life, and what are some ways I can share this experience with others?
- What are some obstacles that might prevent God's glory from dwelling in my land, and how can I overcome them?
- In what ways can I partner with God to bring His glory and salvation to those around me?
- How can I balance the desire for God's salvation with the recognition of His sovereignty and timing, as seen in Isaiah 40:31?
Gill's Exposition on Psalms 85:9
Surely his salvation is nigh them that fear him,.... That have a true sense of sin and folly, are humbled for it, hate it, and depart from it, and do not return unto it; have a reverential affection
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 85:9
Surely his salvation is nigh them that fear him; that glory may dwell in our land.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 85:9
His salvation; that complete salvation and deliverance for which all the Israel of God do pray and wait, even the redemption of Israel by the Messiah; of which not only Christian, but even Jewish, writers understand this place; and to which the following passages do most properly and perfectly belong. And the psalmist might well say of this salvation that it was nigh, because the seventy weeks determined by Daniel for this work, , were now begun, this Psalm being written after Daniel’ s time. Them that fear him; the true Israel of God, even all those that love and fear him; by which words he both excludes all hypocritical Israelites from this salvation, and tacitly assigns it to all that fear God, whether Jews or Gentiles. And when that salvation shall come, we shall be freed from all that scorn and contempt under which we now groan, and shall recover our ancient glory; and the glorious presence of God, the most eminent tokens whereof we have now utterly lost; and the God of glory himself, even Christ, who is called the brightness of his Father’ s glory, ; compare ; and the glory of Israel, ; shall come and visibly dwell in this now despised land.
Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 85:9
Psalms 85:9 Surely his salvation [is] nigh them that fear him; that glory may dwell in our land.Ver. 9. Surely his salvation is nigh them, &c.] Though they be so bleared oft with tears that they cannot see it, and so discouraged that they have even done looking for it, Luke 18:7-8. That glory may dwell in our land] The Fathers both by salvation and glory dwelling with men understand Christ, John 1:16.
Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 85:9
(9-11) The exquisite personification of these verses is, it has been truly remarked, exactly in Isaiah’s manner. (See Isaiah 32:16 seq., Isaiah 45:8; Isaiah 59:14.) It is an allegory of completed national happiness, which, though presented in language peculiar to Hebrew thought, is none the less universal in its application. Nor does it stop at material blessings, but lends itself to the expression of the highest truths. The poet sees once more the glory which had so long deserted the land come back—as its symbol, the ark, once came back—and take up its abode there. He sees the covenant favour once more descend and meet the divine faithfulness of which, lately, perplexed minds were doubting, but which the return of prosperity has now proved sure. Righteousness and peace, or prosperity, these inseparable brothers, kiss each other, and fall lovingly into each other’s arms.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 85:9
Verse 9. Surely his salvation is nigh] To him who fears God, and trembles at his word, his salvation is nigh at hand. That glory may dwell in our land.] That thy worship may be restored, the temple rebuilt, and the Divine shechinah, or symbol of the presence of God, resume its place. The pure and undefiled religion of God preached, professed, and experienced in a nation, is the glory of that land. The Prophet Haggai had said that the glory of the latter house - the temple built after their return from Babylon, should be greater than the glory of the former, viz., of that built by Solomon: but, as a building, it was far inferior to the former; yet it had a superior glory in being visited by Jesus Christ. This was the glory that excelled.
Cambridge Bible on Psalms 85:9
9. The Psalmist expands the results of that word of peace. them that fear him] Those who answer to their calling as ‘saints.’ Cp. Psalms 103:11; Psalms 103:13; Psalms 103:17. that glory may dwell in our land] ‘Glory’ is the manifest Presence of Jehovah, which Ezekiel saw departing from the doomed city (Psalms 10:18), but returning to it in the glorious restoration (Psalms 43:4 ff.). Cp. Isaiah 60:1-2; Zechariah 2:5. ‘Dwell’ is the word specially used of the abiding of God among His people, from which later Heb. derived the term Shechinah for the Presence of God in the Tabernacle and Temple (Exodus 40:34-35; 2 Chronicles 7:1-3). Comp. Zechariah 2:10-11; Zechariah 8:3. The promise of the words was to be fulfilled in the Incarnation (John 1:14). The meaning ‘honour’ in contrast to the shame and humiliation which are now Israel’s portion is inadequate, though this may be included as a result of the return of that greater Glory.
Barnes' Notes on Psalms 85:9
Surely his salvation - His help; his aid. The word here does not mean salvation in the restricted use of the term as applied to the future life, but it means deliverance of all kinds - rescue from trouble, danger, calamity.
Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 85:9
9. That glory may dwell in our land—The “glory,” here, is especially used in reference to the ark of the covenant, as formerly containing the holiest symbols of their religion, and the sign and
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Results of Revival in the Local Church by Ralph Sutera | In this video, the pastor shares the results of a revival that took place three years ago. He mentions that those who responded to the revival are not as troublesome as before and |
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Precious in the Sight of God by K.P. Yohannan | K.P. Yohannan emphasizes the significance of fearing God, illustrating that this reverence is what makes individuals precious in His sight. He highlights Job as a prime example, no |
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Letter 195. by James Bourne | James Bourne preaches about the profound effects of godly fear, leading to heart searching, unceasing prayer, and a deep sense of contrition and repentance. He emphasizes the impor |
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Worship and Witness by Alan Redpath | In this sermon, the speaker focuses on the parable of the sower from the eighth chapter of the gospel of Luke. He emphasizes the contrast between those who receive the word of God |
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(Through the Bible) Isaiah 46-47 by Chuck Smith | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the story of Nebuchadnezzar and his prideful behavior. Nebuchadnezzar initially repents and walks humbly before God, but eventually falls bac |
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The Glory by T. Austin-Sparks | T. Austin-Sparks emphasizes that the ultimate purpose of God's works and ways is His glory, which governs everything from creation to the establishment of the Church. He illustrate |
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Assurance Forever by Harry Ironside | Harry Ironside emphasizes the profound assurance and peace that comes from understanding God's righteousness and the work of Christ on the cross. He explains that true assurance is |