Psalms 97:1 — Meaning and Application

King James Version

“The LORD reigneth; let the earth rejoice; let the multitude of isles be glad {thereof}. {multitude...: Heb. many, or, great isles}”

Psalms 97:1

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The LORD reigneth; let the earth rejoice; let the multitude of isles be glad {thereof}. {multitude...: Heb. many, or, great isles}

Clouds and darkness {are} round about him: righteousness and judgment {are} the habitation of his throne. {habitation: or, establishment}

A fire goeth before him, and burneth up his enemies round about.

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Psalms 97:2

"Clouds and darkness {are} round about him: righteousness and judgment {are} the habitation of his throne. {habitation: or, establishment}"

Psalms 97:3

"A fire goeth before him, and burneth up his enemies round about."

Psalms 97:4

"His lightnings enlightened the world: the earth saw, and trembled."

Psalms 97:5

"The hills melted like wax at the presence of the LORD, at the presence of the Lord of the whole earth."

Psalms 97:6

"The heavens declare his righteousness, and all the people see his glory."

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