Thine, O LORD, is the greatness, and the power, and the glory, and the victory, and the majesty: for all that is in the heaven and in the earth is thine; thine is the kingdom, O LORD, and thou art exalted as head above all.
Yours, O LORD, is the greatness, and the power, and the glory, and the victory, and the majesty. Everything in heaven and on earth belongs to you. The kingdom is yours, O LORD, and you are lifted up as ruler over everything.
David is declaring that God owns and rules over absolutely everything in existence, all power, glory, and authority belong to Him alone.
📚 Historical Context
This verse is part of King David's prayer in the book of 1 Chronicles, which records the history of Israel and focuses on David's reign and preparations for the temple. It was spoken during a public assembly where David was dedicating vast resources for the temple's construction and transferring leadership to his son Solomon, emphasizing God's ultimate ownership of all things. In this context, David humbly acknowledges God's sovereignty as he nears the end of his life and ensures the nation's continuity under divine rule.
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