Psalms Chapter 67 (KJV)
Psalms 67
Universal salvation and blessingGod's righteous judgment and governanceInternational praise and worshipDivine favor and prosperityThe fear of the Lord among all nations
[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. {chief...: or, overseer} {upon: Heb. with}
That thy way may be known upon earth, thy saving health among all nations.
Let the people praise thee, O God; let all the people praise thee.
O let the nations be glad and sing for joy: for thou shalt judge the people righteously, and govern the nations upon earth. Selah. {govern: Heb. lead}
Let the people praise thee, O God; let all the people praise thee.
{Then} shall the earth yield her increase; {and} God, {even} our own God, shall bless us.
God shall bless us; and all the ends of the earth shall fear him.
Context & Meaning
Psalm 67 is a prayer for God's blessing and mercy that extends beyond Israel to all nations, expressing a vision of universal praise and recognition of God's righteous governance. The psalm moves from personal blessing to global impact, concluding with the promise of agricultural prosperity and worldwide reverence for God.