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Psalms 148:7

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
Praise the LORD from the earth, ye dragons, and all deeps:
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✦ MADE SIMPLE

Praise the LORD from the earth, you sea creatures, and all ocean depths:

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

The writer is calling on all creatures of the sea and depths of the earth to join in praising God.

📚 Historical Context

In the context of the Psalms, Psalm 148 is a hymn of praise that calls upon all elements of creation to worship the Lord, reflecting the ancient Hebrew view of a universe where everything glorifies its Creator. This verse specifically addresses powerful entities like dragons, which in biblical literature often symbolize sea monsters or chaotic forces that God controls, as seen in passages from Job and Genesis. It draws from the cultural worldview of the time, where the natural world was understood as under God's sovereign rule and a reason for universal praise.

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