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A Prayer for Global Glory
Commentators view this verse as the ultimate prayer: that God's name would be honored everywhere and His glory would fill the whole earth. Scholars like John Gill and Matthew Henry see this as a prophetic hope for Christ's kingdom to spread through the Gospel, covering the world with the knowledge of God. This serves as a powerful mission statement for believers.
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Albert Barnes
On Psalms 72:19
18th Century
Theologian
And blessed be his glorious name forever — The name by which He is known—referring perhaps particularly to His name "Yahweh." Still…
Charles Spurgeon
On Psalm 72:17–19
19th Century
Preacher
His name shall endure for ever: his name shall be continued as long as the sun: and men shall be blessed in him: all nations shall call him ble…
John Gill
On Psalms 72:19
17th Century
Pastor
And blessed be his glorious name for ever
Every name of Christ is glorious in itself, and precious to his people; "l…
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Matthew Henry
On Psalms 72:18–20
17th Century
Minister
We are taught to bless God in Christ, for all he has done for us by him. David is earnest in prayer for the fulfilment of this prophecy and promise…