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Psalms 47:2-1953 kjv — For the Lord most high is terrible; he is a great King over all the earth. He shall subdue the people under us, and the…

King James Version

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For the Lord most high is terrible; he is a great King over all the earth.

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He shall subdue the people under us, and the nations under our feet.

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He shall choose our inheritance for us, the excellency of Jacob whom he loved. Selah.

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God is gone up with a shout, the Lord with the sound of a trumpet.

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Sing praises to God, sing praises: sing praises unto our King, sing praises.

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For God is the King of all the earth: sing ye praises with understanding.

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God reigneth over the heathen: God sitteth upon the throne of his holiness.

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The princes of the people are gathered together, even the people of the God of Abraham: for the shields of the earth belong unto God: he is greatly exalted.

— Psalms 47:2-1953, King James Version

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  • ASV

    “For Jehovah Most High is terrible; He is a great King over all the earth. He subdueth peoples under us, And nations under our feet. He chooseth our inheritance for us, The glory of Jacob whom he loved. [Selah God is gone up with a shout, Jehovah with the sound of a trumpet. Sing praises to God, sing praises: Sing praises unto our King, sing praises. For God is the King of all the earth: Sing ye praises with understanding. God reigneth over the nations: God sitteth upon his holy throne. The princes of the peoples are gathered together To bethe people of the God of Abraham; For the shields of the earth belong unto God: He is greatly exalted. ”

  • WEB

    “For Yahweh Most High is awesome. He is a great King over all the earth. He subdues nations under us, and peoples under our feet. He chooses our inheritance for us, the glory of Jacob whom he loved. Selah. God has gone up with a shout, Yahweh with the sound of a trumpet. Sing praise to God, sing praises. Sing praises to our King, sing praises. For God is the King of all the earth. Sing praises with understanding. God reigns over the nations. God sits on his holy throne. The princes of the peoples are gathered together, the people of the God of Abraham. For the shields of the earth belong to God. He is greatly exalted! A Song. A Psalm by the sons of Korah.”

  • NET

    “For the LORD Most High is awe-inspiring; he is the great king who rules the whole earth! He subdued nations beneath us and countries under our feet. He picked out for us a special land to be a source of pride for Jacob, whom he loves.(Selah) God has ascended his throne amid loud shouts; the LORD has ascended amid the blaring of ram’s horns. Sing to God! Sing! Sing to our king! Sing! For God is king of the whole earth! Sing a well-written song! God reigns over the nations! God sits on his holy throne! The nobles of the nations assemble, along with the people of the God of Abraham, for God has authority over the rulers of the earth. He is highly exalted!”

  • DRB

    “Great is the Lord, and exceedingly to be praised in the city of our God, in his holy mountain. With the joy of the whole earth is mount Sion founded, on the sides of the north, the city of the great king. In her houses shall God be known, when he shall protect her. For behold the kings of the earth assembled themselves: they gathered together. So they saw, and they wondered, they were troubled, they were moved: Trembling took hold of them. There were pains as of a woman in labour. With a vehement wind thou shalt break in pieces the ships of Tharsis. As we have heard, so have we seen, in the city of the Lord of hosts, in the city of our God: God hath founded it for ever. We have received thy mercy, O God, in the midst of thy temple. According to thy name, O God, so also is thy praise unto the ends of the earth: thy right hand is full of justice. Let mount Sion rejoice, and the daughters of Juda be glad; because of thy judgments, O Lord. Surround Sion, and encompass her: tell ye in her towers. Set your hearts on her strength; and distribute her houses, that ye may relate it in another generation. For this is God, our God unto eternity, and for ever and ever: he shall rule us for evermore. ”

  • BBE

    “For the Lord Most High is to be feared; he is a great King over all the earth. He will put down the peoples under us, and the nations under our feet. He will give us our heritage, the glory of Jacob who is dear to him. (Selah.) God has gone up with a glad cry, the Lord with the sound of the horn. Give praises to God, make songs of praise; give praises to our King, make songs of praise. For God is the King of all the earth; make songs of praise with knowledge. God is the ruler over the nations; God is on the high seat of his holy rule. The rulers of the peoples have come together, with the people of the God of Abraham; because the powers of the earth are God's: he is lifted up on high.”

  • KJVA

    “For the Lord most high is terrible; he is a great King over all the earth. He shall subdue the people under us, and the nations under our feet. He shall choose our inheritance for us, the excellency of Jacob whom he loved. Selah. God is gone up with a shout, the Lord with the sound of a trumpet. Sing praises to God, sing praises: sing praises unto our King, sing praises. For God is the King of all the earth: sing ye praises with understanding. God reigneth over the heathen: God sitteth upon the throne of his holiness. The princes of the people are gathered together, even the people of the God of Abraham: for the shields of the earth belong unto God: he is greatly exalted. ”

Psalms 47 — Context

1

O clap your hands, all ye people; shout unto God with the voice of triumph.

2

For the Lord most high is terrible; he is a great King over all the earth.

3

He shall subdue the people under us, and the nations under our feet.

4

He shall choose our inheritance for us, the excellency of Jacob whom he loved. Selah.

5

God is gone up with a shout, the Lord with the sound of a trumpet.

6

Sing praises to God, sing praises: sing praises unto our King, sing praises.

7

For God is the King of all the earth: sing ye praises with understanding.

8

God reigneth over the heathen: God sitteth upon the throne of his holiness.

9

The princes of the people are gathered together, even the people of the God of Abraham: for the shields of the earth belong unto God: he is greatly exalted.

Psalms 47:2-1953 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Psalms 47:2-1953 say?
Psalms 47:2-1953 in the King James Version reads: “For the Lord most high is terrible; he is a great King over all the earth. He shall subdue the people under us, and the nations under our feet. He shall choose our inheritance for us, the excellency of Jacob whom he loved. Selah. God is gone up with a shout, the Lord with the sound of a trumpet. Sing praises to God, sing praises: sing praises unto our King, sing praises. For God is the King of all the earth: sing ye praises with understanding. God reigneth over the heathen: God sitteth upon the throne of his holiness. The princes of the people are gathered together, even the people of the God of Abraham: for the shields of the earth belong unto God: he is greatly exalted. ”
Where is Psalms 47:2-1953 in the Bible?
Psalms 47:2-1953 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Psalms, chapter 47, verses 2–1953.
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 47:2-1953.
What translation should I read Psalms 47:2-1953 in?
Psalms 47:2-1953 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 47:2-1953?
Psalms 47:2-1953 reads (KJV): “For the Lord most high is terrible; he is a great King over all the earth. He shall subdue the people under us, and the nations under our feet. He shall choose our inheritance for us, the excellency of Jacob whom he loved. Selah. God is gone up with a shout, the Lord with the sound of a trumpet. Sing praises to God, sing praises: sing praises unto our King, sing praises. For God is the King of all the earth: sing ye praises with understanding. God reigneth over the heathen: God sitteth upon the throne of his holiness. The princes of the people are gathered together, even the people of the God of Abraham: for the shields of the earth belong unto God: he is greatly exalted. ” 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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