Let the heaven and earth praise him, the seas, and every thing that moveth therein.
Let the heavens and earth praise him, the oceans, and everything that lives and moves in them.
The writer is calling for all of creation - sky, land, sea, and every living creature - to praise God together.
📚 Historical Context
Psalms 69 is attributed to King David and is a lament psalm where he expresses deep distress from enemies and pleads for God's deliverance. In this verse, David shifts to a triumphant call for all creation to praise God, reflecting the ancient Israelite belief in God's ultimate sovereignty over the heavens, earth, and seas. This fits into the broader context of Hebrew poetry, which often uses vivid imagery to affirm God's control and inspire worship amid personal trials.
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