Psalm 84:6

Translations

Modern

As they pass through the Valley of Baca, they make it a place of springs; even the autumn rain covers it with pools.

Traditional

Who passing through the valley of Baca make it a well; the rain also filleth the pools.

Literal

Passing through the Valley of Baca, they make it a spring; even with blessings the early rain covers it.

Latin

…in valle lacrimarum, in loco quem posuit.

Original

Hebrew

English

As they pass through the Valley of Baca, they make it a place of springs; even the autumn rain covers it with pools.

Notes

Psalms 84:6

The Valley of Baca is also called the Valley of Weeping or the Valley of Tears. It likely symbolizes the sadness that lonely pilgrims felt (see Psalm 23:4), rather than a real place.
spring … autumn rain: Even when pilgrims feel completely worn out, the hope of getting closer to the Lord encourages them (compare Isaiah 35:6–10; 41:18–20; 43:17–20; 49:10).

Psalms 84:5–7

The pilgrimage to Jerusalem reminded people of the exodus, when God provided for his people in a wonderful way (see Psalm 78:15–16; 105:41). The psalmist describes how the hardships of the journey turn into joy when the travelers arrive.

Psalms 84:1–12

The psalmist deeply longs for God's presence. He feels weak with longing as he thinks about the temple and the pilgrims traveling to Jerusalem (Psalm 84:1–7). He prays for himself and the community (Psalm 84:8–9).

The end of the psalm (Psalm 84:10–12) shows that the temple represents God. The psalmist truly desires God's presence. He understands that God's goodness is better than life and that only God can grant his people favor and honor (Psalm 84:10–11).

Related verses

2 Corinthians 4:17
For our light and momentary affliction is producing for us an eternal weight of glory that is far beyond comparison.
John 16:33
I have told you these things so that in Me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation. But take courage; I have overcome the world!”
Joel 2:23
Be glad, O children of Zion, and rejoice in the LORD your God, for He has given you the autumn rains for your vindication. He sends you showers, both autumn and spring rains, as before.
Romans 5:3–5
Not only that, but we also rejoice in our sufferings, because we know that suffering produces perseverance;
Romans 8:37
No, in all these things we are more than conquerors through Him who loved us.
Revelation 7:14
“Sir,” I answered, “you know.” So he replied, “These are the ones who have come out of the great tribulation; they have washed their robes and made them white in the blood of the Lamb.
Psalm 68:9
You sent abundant rain, O God; You refreshed Your weary inheritance.
Psalm 66:10–12
For You, O God, have tested us; You have refined us like silver.
2 Samuel 5:22–24
Once again the Philistines came up and spread out in the Valley of Rephaim.
Acts 14:22
…strengthening the souls of the disciples and encouraging them to continue in the faith. “We must endure many hardships to enter the kingdom of God,” they said.
2 Kings 3:9–20
So the king of Israel, the king of Judah, and the king of Edom set out, and after they had traveled a roundabout route for seven days, they had no water for their army or for their animals.

Parallels

John 1:14–18

Places

Topheth: Site of pagan child sacrifice, south of Jerusalem

Glossary

Baca, Valley of Gittith Korahite, Korathite Music Numbers, Book of Psalms, Book of Zion

Topics

Baca: Valley of Church: Unclassified Scriptures Relating To Mulberry Tree: General Scriptures Concerning Pilgrims and Strangers: As Saints They are Strengthened by God Pools and Ponds: Filled by the Rain Rain of Spiritual Blessings Select Readings: The Joy of the Righteous the Anniversary Feasts: The Dangers and Difficulties Encountered in Going up To, the First Temple was Called: Zion Valleys: Baca Wells: Supplied by the Rain

Psalm 84:6

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