Psalms 24:6
This is the generation of them that seek him, that seek thy face, O Jacob. Selah.
Original Language Analysis
דּ֣וֹר
This is the generation
H1755
דּ֣וֹר
This is the generation
Strong's:
H1755
Word #:
2 of 7
properly, a revolution of time, i.e., an age or generation; also a dwelling
דֹּֽרְשָׁ֑ו
of them that seek
H1875
דֹּֽרְשָׁ֑ו
of them that seek
Strong's:
H1875
Word #:
3 of 7
properly, to tread or frequent; usually to follow (for pursuit or search); by implication, to seek or ask; specifically to worship
מְבַקְשֵׁ֨י
him that seek
H1245
מְבַקְשֵׁ֨י
him that seek
Strong's:
H1245
Word #:
4 of 7
to search out (by any method, specifically in worship or prayer); by implication, to strive after
פָנֶ֖יךָ
thy face
H6440
פָנֶ֖יךָ
thy face
Strong's:
H6440
Word #:
5 of 7
the face (as the part that turns); used in a great variety of applications (literally and figuratively); also (with prepositional prefix) as a preposi
Historical Context
Each generation of Israel was called to seek God faithfully. The reference to 'Jacob' recalls covenant origins—God's choice of the patriarch and his descendants. This verse assured each generation of continuity with God's ancient promises.
Questions for Reflection
- What does it mean to 'seek God's face' in practical daily living?
- How are you part of the 'generation of them that seek Him' today?
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Analysis & Commentary
This describes the 'generation of them that seek him'—a community characterized by seeking God's face, specifically 'the God of Jacob.' Seeking God's 'face' means pursuing His presence, favor, and fellowship. The 'Selah' invites meditation on the blessed community of God-seekers. Reformed theology sees the church here: across all generations, God gathers a people who seek Him—not through human initiative but divine enablement (John 6:44). Election produces a seeking generation.