161 Send lambs as tribute to the ruler of the land, from Sela, across the desert, to the mount of Daughter Zion.

Other Translations of Isaiah 16:1

King James Version

161 Send ye the lamb to the ruler of the land from Sela Sela: or, Petra: Heb. A rock to the wilderness, unto the mount of the daughter of Zion.

English Standard Version

161 Send the lamb to the ruler of the land, from Sela, by way of the desert, to the mount of the daughter of Zion.

The Message

161 "Dispatch a gift of lambs," says Moab, "to the leaders in Jerusalem - Lambs from Sela sent across the desert to buy the goodwill of Jerusalem.

New King James Version

161 Send the lamb to the ruler of the land, From Sela to the wilderness, To the mount of the daughter of Zion.

New Living Translation

161 Send lambs from Sela as tribute to the ruler of the land. Send them through the desert to the mountain of beautiful Zion.

Matthew Henry's Commentary on Isaiah 16:1

Commentary on Isaiah 16:1-5

(Read Isaiah 16:1-5)

God tells sinners what they may do to prevent ruin; so he does to Moab. Let them send the tribute they formerly engaged to pay to Judah. Take it as good advice. Break off thy sins by righteousness, it may lengthen thy quiet. And this may be applied to the great gospel duty of submission to Christ. Send him the lamb, the best you have, yourselves a living sacrifice. When you come to God, the great Ruler, come in the name of the Lamb, the Lamb of God. Those who will not submit to Christ, shall be as a bird that wanders from her nest, which shall be snatched up by the next bird of prey. Those who will not yield to the fear of God, shall be made to yield to the fear of every thing else. He advises them to be kind to the seed of Israel. Those that expect to find favour when in trouble themselves, must show favour to those in trouble. What is here said concerning the throne of Hezekiah, also belongs, in a much higher sense, to the kingdom of Jesus Christ. Though by subjection to Him we may not enjoy worldly riches or honours, but may be exposed to poverty and contempt, we shall have peace of conscience and eternal life.

31 Envoys will come from Egypt; Cush[1] will submit herself to God.

Other Translations of Psalm 68:31

King James Version

31 Princes shall come out of Egypt; Ethiopia shall soon stretch out her hands unto God.

English Standard Version

31 Nobles shall come from Egypt; Cush shall hasten to stretch out her hands to God.

The Message

31 Let Egyptian traders bring blue cloth and Cush come running to God, her hands outstretched.

New King James Version

31 Envoys will come out of Egypt; Ethiopia will quickly stretch out her hands to God.

New Living Translation

31 Let Egypt come with gifts of precious metals ; let Ethiopia bring tribute to God.

Matthew Henry's Commentary on Psalm 68:31

Commentary on Psalm 68:29-31

(Read Psalm 68:29-31)

A powerful invitation is given to those that are without, to join the church. Some shall submit from fear; overcome by their consciences, and the checks of Providence, they are brought to make peace with the church. Others will submit willingly, verses 29,31. There is that beauty and benefit in the service of God, and in the gospel of Christ which went forth from Jerusalem, which is enough to invite sinners out of all nations.

10 May the kings of Tarshish and of distant shores bring tribute to him. May the kings of Sheba and Seba present him gifts.

Other Translations of Psalm 72:10

King James Version

10 The kings of Tarshish and of the isles shall bring presents: the kings of Sheba and Seba shall offer gifts.

English Standard Version

10 May the kings of Tarshish and of the coastlands render him tribute; may the kings of Sheba and Seba bring gifts!

The Message

10 Kings remote and legendary will pay homage, kings rich and resplendent will turn over their wealth.

New King James Version

10 The kings of Tarshish and of the isles Will bring presents; The kings of Sheba and Seba Will offer gifts.

New Living Translation

10 The western kings of Tarshish and other distant lands will bring him tribute. The eastern kings of Sheba and Seba will bring him gifts.

Matthew Henry's Commentary on Psalm 72:10

Commentary on Psalm 72:2-17

(Read Psalm 72:2-17)

This is a prophecy of the kingdom of Christ; many passages in it cannot be applied to the reign of Solomon. There were righteousness and peace at first in the administration of his government; but, before the end of his reign, there were troubles and unrighteousness. The kingdom here spoken of is to last as long as the sun, but Solomon's was soon at an end. Even the Jewish expositors understood it of the kingdom of the Messiah. Observe many great and precious promises here made, which were to have full accomplishment only in the kingdom of Christ. As far as his kingdom is set up, discord and contentions cease, in families, churches, and nations. The law of Christ, written in the heart, disposes men to be honest and just, and to render to all their due; it likewise disposes men to live in love, and so produces abundance of peace. Holiness and love shall be lasting in Christ's kingdom. Through all the changes of the world, and all the changes of life, Christ's kingdom will support itself. And he shall, by the graces and comforts of his Spirit, come down like rain upon the mown grass; not on that cut down, but that which is left growing, that it may spring again. His gospel has been, or shall be, preached to all nations. Though he needs not the services of any, yet he must be served with the best. Those that have the wealth of this world, must serve Christ with it, do good with it. Prayer shall be made through him, or for his sake; whatever we ask of the Father, should be in his name. Praises shall be offered to him: we are under the highest obligations to him. Christ only shall be feared throughout all generations. To the end of time, and to eternity, his name shall be praised. All nations shall call HIM blessed.