What is the meaning of Psalm 72:15? Long may he live! Psalm 72:15 begins, “Long may he live!”. • In Solomon’s day this expressed a sincere desire that the king enjoy a lengthy, stable reign, echoing promises like 2 Samuel 7:16 and Psalm 21:4. • Yet the wording also points forward to the greater Son of David whose life truly knows no end—Jesus Christ (Hebrews 7:16; Revelation 1:18; Luke 1:32-33). • Because He lives forever, His justice, peace, and protection never lapse (Isaiah 9:6-7). For believers, the phrase reassures us that the King we serve will never be dethroned or defeated (Revelation 11:15). May gold from Sheba be given him. The verse continues, “May gold from Sheba be given him.” • Historically, Sheba, rich in spices and precious metals, honored Solomon with lavish gifts (1 Kings 10:1-10). The line prays that such tribute would keep flowing. • Prophetically it foreshadows the universal homage Christ receives. The Magi’s gold (Matthew 2:11) previews the day when “the wealth of the nations will come to You” (Isaiah 60:5-6; Revelation 21:24). • The note of generosity underscores the King’s worth: no treasure offered to Him is wasted (John 12:3-7). May people ever pray for him Next, “May people ever pray for him.” • Continuous prayer for the king signals national dependence on God (1 Timothy 2:1-2; Proverbs 11:14). • In relation to Christ, believers join His unending ministry of intercession (Hebrews 7:25). Every time we ask “Your kingdom come” (Matthew 6:10), we echo Psalm 72:15. • The verse also hints at global participation: peoples, not just Israel, lift up the King (Zechariah 8:22). May they bless him all day long. Finally, “may they bless him all day long.” • Blessing the king meant speaking well of him and praising God for him (1 Chronicles 29:20). • With Christ, that blessing becomes nonstop worship: “Worthy is the Lamb… to receive honor and glory” (Revelation 5:12-13; Psalm 45:17). • Unceasing praise acknowledges His goodness in every hour and every circumstance (Ephesians 5:19-20). summary Psalm 72:15 asks for a king whose life endures, whose worth draws the finest tribute, whose people continually pray for him, and whose name receives nonstop blessing. In Solomon it was an inspired royal prayer; in Jesus it is perfectly fulfilled. The verse invites us to trust His eternal reign, offer Him our best, keep praying for His kingdom’s advance, and fill each day with heartfelt praise. |
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