KJV ORIGINAL
Bless the LORD, O my soul. O LORD my God, thou art very great; thou art clothed with honour and majesty.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
Praise the LORD, my soul! O LORD my God, you are incredibly great; you are dressed in honor and majesty.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
The writer is calling on his whole being to praise God, acknowledging how magnificent and glorious God truly is.
📚 Historical Context
This psalm is a creation hymn that celebrates God's power and glory as seen in nature. It was likely written during Israel's time of worship in the temple, when they regularly sang psalms praising God's greatness. The imagery of God being 'clothed' with honor reflects ancient Near Eastern descriptions of kings and deities adorned in royal garments.
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