Psalms 97
12 verses
Psalm 97 is a hymn celebrating God's throne and justice through theophanic imagery depicting terrifying divine appearance, exemplifying the theological concerns of Book 4. The psalmist employs vivid imagery and direct address to God, establishing the intimate dialogue between worshiper and the divine that characterizes the psalmic tradition. The theological assertions center on God's character as both judge and redeemer, creating a comprehensive vision of divine justice and mercy integrated with human experience. The psalm reflects on both personal circumstance and communal identity, suggesting that individual faith finds validation through shared experience with the covenant community. The liturgical context indicates this psalm's function in worship where personal piety integrates with communal celebration of God's acts and attributes. The concluding movement typically affirms confidence in God's faithfulness, exemplifying the psalmic pattern of transformation through prayer and remembrance of divine acts throughout history.
VERSES IN THIS CHAPTER
1
The Lord reigneth; let the earth rejoice; let the multitude of isles be glad thereof.
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2
Clouds and darkness are round about him: righteousness and judgment are the habitation of his throne.
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A fire goeth before him, and burneth up his enemies round about.
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His lightnings enlightened the world: the earth saw, and trembled.
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The hills melted like wax at the presence of the Lord, at the presence of the Lord of the whole earth.
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The heavens declare his righteousness, and all the people see his glory.
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Confounded be all they that serve graven images, that boast themselves of idols: worship him, all ye gods.
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Zion heard, and was glad; and the daughters of Judah rejoiced because of thy judgments, O Lord.
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For thou, Lord, art high above all the earth: thou art exalted far above all gods.
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10
Ye that love the Lord, hate evil: he preserveth the souls of his saints; he delivereth them out of the hand of the wicked.
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Light is sown for the righteous, and gladness for the upright in heart.
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Rejoice in the Lord, ye righteous; and give thanks at the remembrance of his holiness.
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