KJV ORIGINAL
Bless the LORD, O house of Levi: ye that fear the LORD, bless the LORD.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
Praise the LORD, you descendants of Levi! All of you who honor and respect the LORD, praise the LORD!
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
The writer is calling on the Levites and all who reverence God to offer Him praise and worship.
📚 Historical Context
The house of Levi refers to the tribe of Levi, who were set apart by God to serve as priests and temple workers in ancient Israel. This psalm was likely used during temple worship services where the Levites would lead the people in praise. The phrase 'those who fear the LORD' extends the call to worship beyond just the Levites to include all faithful worshipers.
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