


Psalms 67:6
Bible Versions
[Then] shall the earth yield her increase; [and] God, [even] our own God, shall bless us.
The earth has yielded its harvest; may God, our God, bless us.
The earth has yielded its harvest; God, our God, blesses us.
The earth hath yielded its increase: God, even our own God, will bless us.
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Leviticus 26:4
Then I will give you rain in due season, and the land shall yield her increase, and the trees of the field shall yield their fruit. -
Hosea 2:21
And it shall come to pass in that day, I will hear, saith the LORD, I will hear the heavens, and they shall hear the earth; -
Hosea 2:22
And the earth shall hear the corn, and the wine, and the oil; and they shall hear Jezreel. -
Psalms 85:9
Surely his salvation [is] nigh them that fear him; that glory may dwell in our land. -
Psalms 85:12
Yea, the LORD shall give [that which is] good; and our land shall yield her increase. -
Genesis 17:7
¶ And I will establish my covenant between me and thee and thy seed after thee in their generations for an everlasting covenant, to be a God unto thee, and to thy seed after thee. -
Jeremiah 31:33
But this [shall be] the covenant that I will make with the house of Israel; After those days, saith the LORD, I will put my law in their inward parts, and write it in their hearts; and will be their God, and they shall be my people.
Commentary on Psalms 67:6 (KJV)
Psalm 67:6 is a verse rich with themes of divine provision and blessing, acting as a hopeful declaration following a prayer for God's mercy and universal recognition. It paints a picture of a world flourishing under God's benevolent hand, particularly for those who acknowledge Him.
Context
Psalm 67 is a short, yet powerful, psalm often categorized as a psalm of harvest or a missionary psalm. The preceding verses (1-5) express a fervent desire for God to be merciful and bless His people, Israel, so that His "way may be known upon earth, thy saving health among all nations." The call for "all people" and "all nations" to praise God culminates in the expectation that such universal worship will usher in a period of divine blessing and earthly fruitfulness. Verse 6, therefore, is presented as a direct consequence or outcome of God's saving power being recognized and praised by all peoples.
Key Themes
Linguistic Insights
The Hebrew word for "increase" here is yebûl (יְבוּל), which specifically refers to the produce or yield of the land. It underscores the tangible, physical bounty that God provides. The word "bless" is from the Hebrew root bārak (בָּרַךְ), a versatile term meaning to kneel, to adore, or to empower with divine favor, leading to prosperity, fruitfulness, and success. The repetition of "God, even our own God" serves to intensely personalize the relationship, emphasizing His unique covenant with His people.
Related Scriptures
This verse beautifully articulates a principle seen throughout Scripture: God's faithfulness to provide and bless. The idea of the earth yielding its produce is reminiscent of God's covenant with Noah regarding the stability of seasons and harvest (Genesis 8:22), and the promise of blessings on the land for obedience (Deuteronomy 28:12). The declaration that "God... shall bless us" echoes the ancient priestly blessing (Numbers 6:24) and countless other passages assuring believers of divine favor and provision.
Practical Application
For believers today, Psalms 67:6 offers profound comfort and challenge: