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Psalms 97 Summary
The Lord's Reign and Righteous Judgment
The Lord reigns as the earth rejoices and the isles are glad, surrounded by clouds and darkness with righteousness and judgment as His throne's habitation. A fire goes before Him burning up His enemies, and His lightnings enlighten the world, causing the earth to tremble and hills to melt like wax. Those who love the Lord hate evil and are preserved and delivered from the wicked's hand, receiving light and gladness.
Key themes
Key verses
Psalms 97:1
“The LORD reigneth; let the earth rejoice; let the multitude of isles be glad thereof.”
Psalms 97:2
“Clouds and darkness are round about him: righteousness and judgment are the habitation of his throne.”
Psalms 97:9
“For thou, LORD, art high above all the earth: thou art exalted far above all gods.”
Psalms 97:11
“Light is sown for the righteous, and gladness for the upright in heart.”
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