Psalms 84:11

For the LORD God [is] a sun and shield: the LORD will give grace and glory: no good [thing] will he withhold from them that walk uprightly.

For the LORD {H3068} God {H430} is a sun {H8121} and shield {H4043}: the LORD {H3068} will give {H5414}{H8799)} grace {H2580} and glory {H3519}: no good {H2896} thing will he withhold {H4513}{H8799)} from them that walk {H1980}{H8802)} uprightly {H8549}.

For ADONAI, God, is a sun and a shield; ADONAI bestows favor and honor; he will not withhold anything good from those whose lives are pure.

For the LORD God is a sun and a shield; the LORD gives grace and glory; He withholds no good thing from those who walk with integrity.

For Jehovah God is a sun and a shield: Jehovah will give grace and glory; No good thing will he withhold from them that walk uprightly.

Psalms 84:11 in the King James Version is a cherished verse that beautifully describes God's character and His abundant provision for His people who live righteously.

Context

Psalm 84 is part of the collection known as the "Sons of Korah" psalms. It expresses a deep yearning for God's presence, often set against the backdrop of pilgrimage to Jerusalem and dwelling in the temple courts. The psalm extols the blessedness of those who find their strength in God and fix their hearts on the journey to Zion. Verse 11 serves as a powerful declaration of God's nature and generosity towards those who seek Him and walk in His ways, providing assurance and comfort to the pilgrim.

Key Themes

  • God's Nature: Described through powerful imagery ("sun and shield").
  • Divine Favor: The promise of "grace and glory."
  • God's Provision: Assurance that "no good thing will he withhold."
  • Righteous Living: The condition associated with receiving these blessings ("them that walk uprightly").

Linguistic Insights

The Hebrew word for "sun" (shemesh) suggests light, warmth, and life-giving energy. "Shield" (magen) signifies protection and defense. "Grace" (chen) speaks of divine favor, kindness, and acceptance. "Glory" (kavod) can refer to God's weightiness, honor, presence, and the future splendor He bestows.

Commentary and Application

Calling the LORD God a "sun" highlights His role as the source of life, light, guidance, and warmth for His people. He illuminates our path and sustains us. As a "shield," He is our defender, protecting us from spiritual and physical dangers. This dual imagery assures us of God's active, life-giving presence and His powerful defense.

The promise that the LORD will give "grace and glory" speaks of God's ongoing favor (grace), which is unearned, and His ultimate presence and honor (glory), which believers will experience fully in eternity. These are divine gifts freely given.

The sweeping declaration, "no good thing will he withhold," is a magnificent assurance of God's boundless generosity towards those who are His. It echoes the New Testament truth that God, who gave His Son, will also with Him freely give us all things (Romans 8:32), and that He knows how to give good gifts to His children.

The condition attached to this promise is "them that walk uprightly." This doesn't mean sinless perfection, but rather living a life of integrity, honesty, and sincere obedience to God's commands. It describes a lifestyle characterized by righteousness and spiritual sincerity (Proverbs 10:9). The promise is firmly attached to a life lived in humble submission and faithfulness to God.

Reflection

Psalms 84:11 offers tremendous encouragement. It reminds us that God is our ultimate source of safety, guidance, favor, and future hope. As we strive to live lives of integrity and obedience before Him, we can trust in His promise to provide everything truly good and necessary for our lives, withholding no blessing that aligns with His perfect will and our ultimate good.

Note: Commentary was generated by an advanced AI, utilizing a prompt that emphasized Biblical fidelity over bias. We've found these insights to be consistently reliable, yet we always encourage prayerful discernment through the Holy Spirit. The Scripture text and cross-references are from verified, non-AI sources.

  • Psalms 34:9

    O fear the LORD, ye his saints: for [there is] no want to them that fear him.

  • Psalms 34:10

    The young lions do lack, and suffer hunger: but they that seek the LORD shall not want any good [thing].

  • Proverbs 2:7

    He layeth up sound wisdom for the righteous: [he is] a buckler to them that walk uprightly.

  • Matthew 6:33

    But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you.

  • Philippians 4:19

    But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus.

  • Psalms 85:12

    Yea, the LORD shall give [that which is] good; and our land shall yield her increase.

  • Proverbs 10:9

    ¶ He that walketh uprightly walketh surely: but he that perverteth his ways shall be known.

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