Psalms 98:8

📚 Historical Context

Psalms 98 is a hymn of praise in the Old Testament, likely written during a time of national deliverance such as the Exodus or the return from Babylonian exile, where the psalmist calls on all creation to celebrate God's salvation and justice. This verse uses poetic personification, common in ancient Hebrew literature, to depict rivers and hills rejoicing as if they were living beings, emphasizing the universal response to God's mighty acts. Such imagery reflects the cultural understanding of nature as a witness to divine intervention in Israel's history.