All the kings of the earth shall praise you, O Lord, for they have heard the words of your mouth. The eschatological vision includes universal acknowledgment of God by earthly rulers, all hearing and responding to God's utterance. This verse suggests that God's demonstration of power (described in preceding verses) will eventually elicit universal recognition. Kings represent the pinnacle of human authority; their praise of God acknowledges His supremacy over all earthly power. The hearing of God's words suggests both communication and persuasive effect; encountering God's utterance produces conviction. This verse begins the psalm's movement toward eschatological universalism.

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