Psalms 21:5 akjv — His glory is great in your salvation: honor and majesty have you laid on him.

American King James Version

" His glory is great in your salvation: honor and majesty have you laid on him. "

— Psalms 21:5, American King James Version

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Psalms 21 — Context

2

You have given him his heart’s desire, and have not withheld the request of his lips. Selah.

3

For you prevent him with the blessings of goodness: you set a crown of pure gold on his head.

4

He asked life of you, and you gave it him, even length of days for ever and ever.

5

His glory is great in your salvation: honor and majesty have you laid on him.

6

For you have made him most blessed for ever: you have made him exceeding glad with your countenance.

7

For the king trusts in the LORD, and through the mercy of the most High he shall not be moved.

8

Your hand shall find out all your enemies: your right hand shall find out those that hate you.

Psalms 21:5 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Psalms 21:5 say?
Psalms 21:5 in the American King James Version reads: “ His glory is great in your salvation: honor and majesty have you laid on him. ”
Where is Psalms 21:5 in the Bible?
Psalms 21:5 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Psalms, chapter 21, verse 5.
Who wrote Psalms?
Psalms is traditionally attributed to Multiple authors (David, Asaph, the sons of Korah, Solomon, Moses, others). Approximately 73 psalms are attributed to David; others to Asaph, the sons of Korah, Solomon, Moses, Heman, and Ethan; the remainder are anonymous. It was written c. 1410–430 BC.
What is the book of Psalms about?
The Psalms are the prayer book and hymnal of God's people, gathering a thousand years of inspired song — praise, lament, thanksgiving, confession, and royal and messianic worship. Every emotion of the believing heart finds a voice here, and every voice finds its center in Christ.
What are the major themes of Psalms?
Psalms explores themes including Praise, Lament, Trust, Messiah, Refuge, Kingship. These themes shape the meaning and context of Psalms 21:5.
What translation should I read Psalms 21:5 in?
Psalms 21:5 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize Psalms 21:5?
Psalms 21:5 reads (AKJV): “ His glory is great in your salvation: honor and majesty have you laid on him. ” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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