Psalms 84 - Wesley's Explanatory Notes

They — That constantly abide in thy house; the priests and Levites, or other devout Jews who were there perpetually, as Anna, Luke 2:36-37. They will — They are continually employed in that blessed work.

Whose strength — Who trusteth in thee as his only strength. Thy ways — Blessed are they whose hearts are set upon Zion and their journey is thither.

Baca — A dry valley in the way to Jerusalem, here put for all places of like nature. Make a well — They dig divers little pits or wells in it for their relief. The rain — God recompenses their diligence with his blessing, sending rain wherewith they may be filled.

They go — They grow stronger and stronger. Appeareth — This is added as the blessed fruit of their long and tedious journey.

Look — Cast a favourable eye towards him. Anointed — Of me, who though a vile sinner, am thine anointed king.

Than dwell — In the greatest glory and plenty.

A sun — To enlighten and quicken, and direct and comfort his people. Shield — To save his people from all their enemies. Grace — His favour, which is better than life. Glory — The honour which comes from God here, and eternal glory.