Psalm 67:5
ESV
Let the peoples praise you, O God; let all the peoples praise you!
NIV
May the peoples praise you, God; may all the peoples praise you.
NASB
May the peoples praise You, God; May all the peoples praise You.
CSB
Let the peoples praise you, God, let all the peoples praise you.
NLT
May the nations praise you, O God. Yes, may all the nations praise you.
KJV
Let the people praise thee, O God; let all the people praise thee.
NKJV
Let the peoples praise You, O God; Let all the peoples praise You.
What does Psalm 67:5 mean?
Please see our chapter commentary on Psalm 67, verse-level content coming soon!Psalm 67:1–5 begins the song with a blessing. These words closely resemble those given by God, to Moses, with which to bless Israel (Numbers 6:24–26). Though Israel was God's chosen people, this psalm prays that the Lord's power and salvation would be seen worldwide. Rather than restricting this praise to Israel, the psalmist calls on all people, in all nations, to worship God (Revelation 7:9).
The unidentified psalmist prays for God's grace and favor towards Israel. He wants the Gentile nations to know God's saving power, as well. He calls upon the entire world to rejoice and praise God because He justly guides the entire world. Once again, he calls upon everyone to praise the Lord. He states that the earth has given ample produce, and that God will bless Israel. The psalm concludes by calling on all the nations to honor and worship God.
