Psalm 72:17 Meaning
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 blessed.
Context Explained
15And he shall live, and to him shall be given of the gold of Sheba: prayer also shall be made for him continually; and daily shall he be praised.
16There shall be an handful of corn in the earth upon the top of the mountains; the fruit thereof shall shake like Lebanon: and they of the city shall flourish like grass of the earth.
17His 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 blessed.
18Blessed be the LORD God, the God of Israel, who only doeth wondrous things.
19And blessed be his glorious name for ever: and let the whole earth be filled with his glory; Amen, and Amen.
Key Themes
Related Cross References
Isaiah 53:10
The suffering servant's legacy is fulfilled in Jesus.
Matthew 28:19-20
Jesus' command to make disciples reflects His enduring influence.
Revelation 22:3-4
The eternal blessing of God's people is realized in the New Jerusalem.
Source: Psalm 72:17