Psalm 102:15
New International Version
The nations will fear the name of the LORD, all the kings of the earth will revere your glory.

New Living Translation
Then the nations will tremble before the LORD. The kings of the earth will tremble before his glory.

English Standard Version
Nations will fear the name of the LORD, and all the kings of the earth will fear your glory.

Berean Standard Bible
So the nations will fear the name of the LORD, and all the kings of the earth will fear Your glory.

King James Bible
So the heathen shall fear the name of the LORD, and all the kings of the earth thy glory.

New King James Version
So the nations shall fear the name of the LORD, And all the kings of the earth Your glory.

New American Standard Bible
So the nations will fear the name of the LORD, And all the kings of the earth, Your glory.

NASB 1995
So the nations will fear the name of the LORD And all the kings of the earth Your glory.

NASB 1977
So the nations will fear the name of the LORD, And all the kings of the earth Thy glory.

Legacy Standard Bible
So the nations will fear the name of Yahweh And all the kings of the earth Your glory.

Amplified Bible
So the nations will fear the name of the LORD, And all the kings of the earth [will recognize] Your glory.

Christian Standard Bible
Then the nations will fear the name of the LORD, and all the kings of the earth your glory,

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Then the nations will fear the name of Yahweh, and all the kings of the earth Your glory,

American Standard Version
So the nations shall fear the name of Jehovah, And all the kings of the earth thy glory.

Contemporary English Version
Our LORD, the nations will honor you, and all kings on earth will praise your glory.

English Revised Version
So the nations shall fear the name of the LORD, and all the kings of the earth thy glory:

GOD'S WORD® Translation
The nations will fear the LORD's name. All the kings of the earth will fear your glory.

Good News Translation
The nations will fear the LORD; all the kings of the earth will fear his power.

International Standard Version
Nations will fear the name of the LORD, and all the kings of the earth, your splendor.

Majority Standard Bible
So the nations will fear the name of the LORD, and all the kings of the earth will fear Your glory.

NET Bible
The nations will respect the reputation of the LORD, and all the kings of the earth will respect his splendor,

New Heart English Bible
So the nations will fear the name of the LORD; all the kings of the earth your glory.

Webster's Bible Translation
So the heathen shall fear the name of the LORD: and all the kings of the earth thy glory.

World English Bible
So the nations will fear Yahweh’s name, all the kings of the earth your glory.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
And nations fear the Name of YHWH, "" And all kings of the earth Your glory,

Young's Literal Translation
And nations fear the name of Jehovah, And all kings of the earth Thine honour,

Smith's Literal Translation
And the nations shall fear the name of Jehovah: and all the kings of the earth thy glory.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And the Gentiles shall fear thy name, O Lord, and all the kings of the earth thy glory.

Catholic Public Domain Version
And the Gentiles will fear your name, O Lord, and all the kings of the earth your glory.

New American Bible
The nations shall fear your name, LORD, all the kings of the earth, your glory,

New Revised Standard Version
The nations will fear the name of the LORD, and all the kings of the earth your glory.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
So the heathen shall worship the name of the LORD, and all the kings of the earth thy glory.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
The nations shall worship your Name, LORD JEHOVAH, and all the Kings of the earth, your honor!
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
So the nations will fear the name of the LORD, And all the kings of the earth Thy glory;

Brenton Septuagint Translation
So the nations shall fear thy name, O Lord, and all kings thy glory.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
The Prayer of the Afflicted
14For Your servants delight in her stones and take pity on her dust. 15So the nations will fear the name of the LORD, and all the kings of the earth will fear Your glory. 16For the LORD will rebuild Zion; He has appeared in His glory.…

Cross References
Isaiah 60:3
Nations will come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your dawn.

Malachi 1:11
For My name will be great among the nations, from where the sun rises to where it sets. In every place, incense and pure offerings will be presented in My name, because My name will be great among the nations,” says the LORD of Hosts.

Revelation 15:4
Who will not fear You, O Lord, and glorify Your name? For You alone are holy. All nations will come and worship before You, for Your righteous acts have been revealed.”

Isaiah 2:2-3
In the last days the mountain of the house of the LORD will be established as the chief of the mountains; it will be raised above the hills, and all nations will stream to it. / And many peoples will come and say: “Come, let us go up to the mountain of the LORD, to the house of the God of Jacob. He will teach us His ways so that we may walk in His paths.” For the law will go forth from Zion, and the word of the LORD from Jerusalem.

Zechariah 8:22-23
And many peoples and strong nations will come to seek the LORD of Hosts in Jerusalem and to plead before the LORD.” / This is what the LORD of Hosts says: “In those days ten men from the nations of every tongue will tightly grasp the robe of a Jew, saying, ‘Let us go with you, for we have heard that God is with you.’”

Isaiah 66:18-19
“And I, knowing their deeds and thoughts, am coming to gather all nations and tongues, and they will come and see My glory. / I will establish a sign among them, and I will send survivors from among them to the nations—to Tarshish, Put, and the archers of Lud; to Tubal, Javan, and the islands far away who have not heard of My fame or seen My glory. So they will proclaim My glory among the nations.

Micah 4:1-2
In the last days the mountain of the house of the LORD will be established as the chief of the mountains; it will be raised above the hills, and the peoples will stream to it. / And many nations will come and say: “Come, let us go up to the mountain of the LORD, to the house of the God of Jacob. He will teach us His ways, so that we may walk in His paths.” For the law will go forth from Zion and the word of the LORD from Jerusalem.

Revelation 21:24-26
By its light the nations will walk, and into it the kings of the earth will bring their glory. / Its gates will never be shut at the end of the day, because there will be no night there. / And into the city will be brought the glory and honor of the nations.

Isaiah 49:6-7
He says: “It is not enough for You to be My Servant, to raise up the tribes of Jacob, and to restore the protected ones of Israel. I will also make You a light for the nations, to bring My salvation to the ends of the earth.” / Thus says the LORD, the Redeemer and Holy One of Israel, to Him who was despised and abhorred by the nation, to the Servant of rulers: “Kings will see You and rise, and princes will bow down, because of the LORD, who is faithful, the Holy One of Israel, who has chosen You.”

Jeremiah 16:19-21
O LORD, my strength and my fortress, my refuge in the day of distress, the nations will come to You from the ends of the earth, and they will say, “Our fathers inherited nothing but lies, worthless idols of no benefit at all. / Can man make gods for himself? Such are not gods!” / “Therefore behold, I will inform them, and this time I will make them know My power and My might; then they will know that My name is the LORD.

Zephaniah 3:9-10
For then I will restore pure lips to the peoples, that all may call upon the name of the LORD and serve Him shoulder to shoulder. / From beyond the rivers of Cush My worshipers, My scattered people, will bring Me an offering.

Isaiah 45:22-24
Turn to Me and be saved, all the ends of the earth; for I am God, and there is no other. / By Myself I have sworn; truth has gone out from My mouth, a word that will not be revoked: Every knee will bow before Me, every tongue will swear allegiance. / Surely they will say of Me, ‘In the LORD alone are righteousness and strength.’” All who rage against Him will come to Him and be put to shame.

Matthew 24:14
And this gospel of the kingdom will be preached in all the world as a testimony to all nations, and then the end will come.

Acts 15:17
so that the remnant of men may seek the Lord, and all the Gentiles who are called by My name, says the Lord who does these things

Isaiah 11:10
On that day the Root of Jesse will stand as a banner for the peoples. The nations will seek Him, and His place of rest will be glorious.


Treasury of Scripture

So the heathen shall fear the name of the LORD, and all the kings of the earth your glory.

Psalm 67:2-4
That thy way may be known upon earth, thy saving health among all nations…

Psalm 68:31,32
Princes shall come out of Egypt; Ethiopia shall soon stretch out her hands unto God…

Psalm 72:11
Yea, all kings shall fall down before him: all nations shall serve him.

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Psalm 102
1. The prophet in his prayer makes a grievous complaint.
12. He takes comfort in the eternity, and mercy of God
18. The mercies of God are to be recorded
23. He sustains his weakness by the unchangeableness of God.














So the nations
The phrase "the nations" refers to the Gentiles or non-Israelite peoples. In the Hebrew text, the word used is "goyim," which often denotes groups outside of the covenant community of Israel. Historically, Israel was surrounded by various nations, each with its own deities and practices. The prophetic vision here is that these diverse peoples will come to recognize the sovereignty of the God of Israel. This reflects the Abrahamic promise that through his descendants, all nations would be blessed (Genesis 12:3), pointing to a future where God's influence extends beyond Israel to encompass the entire world.

will fear
The Hebrew word for "fear" is "yare," which can mean to be afraid, but more often in a biblical context, it denotes a profound respect or reverence. This is not a fear that leads to terror but rather an awe-inspired recognition of God's majesty and power. The transformation of the nations' attitude from indifference or hostility to reverence signifies a significant shift in the spiritual landscape, where God's presence and authority are acknowledged universally.

the name of the LORD
In Hebrew, "the name of the LORD" is "Shem YHWH." The name of God is not merely a label but encapsulates His character, authority, and reputation. In ancient Near Eastern culture, a name held deep significance, often reflecting the essence of a person or deity. The reverence for God's name implies an acknowledgment of His holiness, justice, and mercy. This phrase underscores the importance of God's identity being recognized and honored by all peoples.

and all the kings of the earth
The mention of "kings" highlights the reach of God's influence to the highest echelons of human authority. In the ancient world, kings were seen as the ultimate power within their realms, often considered divine or semi-divine. The prophetic vision here is that even these rulers will bow in reverence to the true King of Kings. This aligns with the biblical theme of God's sovereignty over all earthly powers, as seen in passages like Daniel 2:21, where God is described as the one who "removes kings and establishes them."

will revere
The word "revere" is translated from the Hebrew "kabad," which means to honor or glorify. This is a step beyond mere acknowledgment; it involves giving due weight and honor to God's presence and works. Reverence is an active response, suggesting that the kings will not only recognize God's glory but will also respond with worship and submission. This reflects the ultimate fulfillment of God's kingdom, where every knee bows and every tongue confesses His lordship (Philippians 2:10-11).

Your glory
"Glory" in Hebrew is "kavod," which conveys a sense of weightiness, splendor, and honor. God's glory is the manifestation of His divine attributes and presence. Throughout Scripture, God's glory is often associated with His acts of salvation and judgment, as well as His presence in the temple. The vision of all kings revering God's glory points to a time when His presence and power are universally acknowledged and celebrated. This anticipates the eschatological hope of a new creation where God's glory fills the earth (Habakkuk 2:14).

(15) Heathen.--The same result of the restoration of the Holy City, viz., the recognition of Jehovah's power and glory by the heathen, occupies the great prophecy, Isaiah 40-46.

Verse 15. - So the heathen shall fear the Name of the Lord (comp. Isaiah 59:19). The restoration of Jerusalem could not but impress great numbers of the heathen, and tend to the enlargement of Jehovah's kingdom. And all the kings of the earth thy glory. Oriental hyperbole, if confined to the immediate effects of the rebuilding of the earthly Jerusalem; but simple truth, if extended to the establishment on earth of the new and heavenly Jerusalem (Isaiah 65:17-25; Revelation 21:1-24).

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
So the nations
ג֭וֹיִם (ḡō·w·yim)
Noun - masculine plural
Strong's 1471: A foreign nation, a Gentile, a troop of animals, a flight of locusts

will fear
וְיִֽירְא֣וּ (wə·yî·rə·’ū)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Conjunctive imperfect - third person masculine plural
Strong's 3372: To fear, to revere, caus, to frighten

the name
שֵׁ֣ם (šêm)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 8034: A name

of the LORD,
יְהוָ֑ה (Yah·weh)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel

and all
וְֽכָל־ (wə·ḵāl)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every

the kings
מַלְכֵ֥י (mal·ḵê)
Noun - masculine plural construct
Strong's 4428: A king

of the earth
הָ֝אָ֗רֶץ (hā·’ā·reṣ)
Article | Noun - feminine singular
Strong's 776: Earth, land

[will fear] Your glory,
כְּבוֹדֶֽךָ׃ (kə·ḇō·w·ḏe·ḵā)
Noun - masculine singular construct | second person masculine singular
Strong's 3519: Weight, splendor, copiousness


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