Psalms 97

KJ3 Literal Translation — Chapter 97 of 150

1 Jehovah reigns! Let the earth rejoice; let the multitude of islands be glad.

2 Clouds and darkness are all around Him; righteousness and judgment are the foundation of His throne.

3 A fire goes before Him and burns up His adversaries all around.

4 His lightnings lit up the world; the earth saw and trembled.

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Chapter Summary

The majesty of Jehovah's kingdom. The joy of the righteous.

Key Hebrew Words

מָלַךְ reigns, is king H4427 · TWOT 1200
צֶ֫דֶק righteousness H6664 · TWOT 1879a
מִשְׁפָּט judgment, justice H4941 · TWOT 2443c
כָּבוֹד glory H3519 · TWOT 943e
פֶּ֫סֶל graven image, idol H6459 · TWOT 1788a
אָהֵב love (Jehovah) H157 · TWOT 29

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