Psalms 85:9 - Exposition

Surely his salvation is nigh them that fear him; or, will be nigh. The answer to the prayer in Psalms 85:7 . That glory may dwell in our land . Professor Chevne asks, "What glory?" and suggests, "The true Shechinah, the manifested presence of Israel's God." But it may be doubtful whether anything more is meant than a return of earthly glory and prosperity, such as that for which Nehemiah laboured and prayed.