Psalms 7:9

     9. the hearts and reins—the affections and motives of men, or the seat of them (compare Ps 16:7; 26:2); as we use heart and bosom or breast.

Psalms 67

PSALM 67

     Ps 67:1-7. A prayer that, by God's blessing on His people, His salvation and praise may be extended over the earth.

     1. cause his face to shine—show us favor (Nu 6:24, 25; Ps 31:16).

     2. thy way—of gracious dealing (Isa 55:8), as explained by—

      saving health—or literally, "salvation."

     3-5. Thanks will be rendered for the blessings of His wise and holy government (compare Isa 2:3, 4; 11:4).

     6, 7. The blessings of a fruitful harvest are mentioned as types of greater and spiritual blessings, under which all nations shall fear and love God.

Psalms 72:19

     18, 19. These words close the Psalm in terms consistent with the style of the context, while Ps 72:20 is evidently, from its prosaic style, an addition for the purpose above explained [see on Ps 72:1].

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