Psalms 98:6 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

With trumpets and sound of cornet make a joyful noise before the LORD, the King.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

With trumpets and horns, make joyful music before the LORD, the King.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

This verse calls us to use musical instruments to celebrate and worship God as our King with joy and enthusiasm.

📚 Historical Context

In ancient Israel, trumpets and cornets (ram's horns or shofars) were important ceremonial instruments used in temple worship and royal celebrations. These instruments announced significant events, called people to worship, and proclaimed God's kingship over Israel.

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So all of Israel brought up the ark of the covenant of the LORD with shouting and celebration, with the sound of horns, trumpets, and cymbals, making joyful music with stringed instruments and harps.

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And they made a solemn promise to the LORD with loud voices, shouting joyfully, and playing trumpets and horns.

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God has risen up with joyful shouting, the LORD with the sound of a trumpet blast.

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