Psalms – Chapter 66

Old Testament • 8 Verses

1Unto the end, in hymns, a psalm of a canticle for David.

2May God have mercy on us, and bless us: may he cause the light of his countenance to shine upon us, and may he have mercy on us.

3That we may know thy way upon earth: thy salvation in all nations.

4Let people confess to thee, O God: let all people give praise to thee.

5Let the nations be glad and rejoice: for thou judgest the people with justice, and directest the nations upon earth.

6Let the people, O God, confess to thee: let all the people give praise to thee:

7The earth hath yielded her fruit. May God, our God bless us,

8May God bless us: and all the ends of the earth fear him.

Reflection for Today

In Psalms Chapter 66, we encounter the continuing revelation of prayer, praise, and the full range of human emotion before God. The Catholic Church, guided by the Holy Spirit, has always treasured these sacred texts. the Psalms are the prayer book of the Church, prayed daily in the Liturgy of the Hours (CIC 2585-2589). The central message—God invites us to bring all our emotions to Him—speaks to believers in every age.

The Magisterium teaches that Scripture must be interpreted in light of the whole of revelation and the Church's living Tradition. The Catechism emphasizes that "the task of giving an authentic interpretation of the Word of God has been entrusted to the living teaching office of the Church alone" (CIC 85). This does not limit our engagement with Scripture but ensures its proper understanding.

As you reflect on this chapter, consider how its message applies to your life today. The Word of God is living and active, capable of transforming hearts and renewing minds. Through prayer and meditation, allow the Holy Spirit to speak to you through these ancient yet ever-new words.

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