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Psalms 108:5

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
Be thou exalted, O God, above the heavens: and thy glory above all the earth;
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE

Be lifted up high, O God, above the heavens, and let your glory shine above all the earth.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

The writer is calling for God to be recognized and honored as supreme over all creation, both in heaven and on earth.

📚 Historical Context

Psalm 108 is a psalm attributed to David, likely composed during a period of military conflict when Israel was battling surrounding enemies and seeking divine help. It draws from earlier psalms, such as Psalm 57 and 60, to blend praise and petition, reflecting the ancient Israelites' reliance on God's power for victory and protection. In verse 5, David calls for God's supreme exaltation, emphasizing His glory as overarching all creation in a time when national survival depended on divine intervention.

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