Lord, Thou hast blessed Thy land:
Thou hast turned away the captivity of Jacob.
Thou hast forgiven the iniquity of Thy people:
Thou hast covered all their sins.
Thou hast mitigated all thy anger:
Thou best turned away from the wrath of thy indignation.
Convert us, O God our saviour:
and turn off Thine anger from us.
Wilt Thou be angry with us for ever:
or wilt Thou extend Thy wrath from generation to generation?
Thou wilt turn, O God, and bring us to life:
and Thy people shall rejoice in Thee.
Show us, O Lord, Thy mercy;
and grant us Thy salvation.
I will hear what the Lord God will speak in me:
for He will speak peace unto his people.
And unto His saints:
and unto them that are converted to the heart.
Surely His salvation is near to them that fear Him:
that glory may dwell in our land.
Mercy and truth have met each other:
justice and peace have kissed.
Truth is sprung out of the earth:
and justice hath looked down from heaven.
For the Lord will give goodness:
and our earth shall yield her fruit.
Justice shall walk before Him:
and shall set His steps in the way.
Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Ghost. As it was in the beginning, is now and ever shall be, world without end.
Amen.
History of Psalm 84
Psalm 84 is a powerful and beloved prayer in the Catholic Church. It is a hymn that expresses a deep love for God and a longing to be close to Him. The origins of the prayer can be traced back to the Old Testament.
In the Book of Psalms, Psalm 84 is attributed to the Sons of Korah, who were Levites that served in the Temple. The Psalm expresses their joy and longing to be in the presence of God in His holy dwelling place.
Over time, Psalm 84 became a popular prayer among the faithful, and it was often recited during the Liturgy of the Hours. Its themes of faith, trust, and longing for God resonated with many people.
In the Catholic Church, Psalm 84 continues to be a cherished prayer that is often recited during Mass, the Liturgy of the Hours, and private devotions. Its words have inspired countless individuals to draw closer to God and to deepen their faith.
Today, Psalm 84 remains a powerful reminder of our human need for God and the joy that comes from being in His presence. Its words continue to touch the lives of Catholics around the world and to inspire them to seek a deeper relationship with God.