Psalms 96:9 cpdv — For you are the Most High Lord over all the earth. You are greatly exalted above all gods.

Catholic Public Domain Version

"For you are the Most High Lord over all the earth. You are greatly exalted above all gods. "

— Psalms 96:9, Catholic Public Domain Version

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Psalms 96 — Context

6

The heavens announced his justice, and all peoples saw his glory.

7

May all those who adore graven images be confounded, along with those who glory in their false images. All you his Angels: Adore him.

8

Zion heard, and was glad. And the daughters of Judah exulted because of your judgments, O Lord.

9

For you are the Most High Lord over all the earth. You are greatly exalted above all gods.

10

You who love the Lord: hate evil. The Lord watches over the souls of his holy ones. He will free them from the hand of the sinner.

11

The light has risen for the just, and joy for the upright of heart.

12

Rejoice in the Lord, you just ones, and confess to the memory of his sanctuary.

Psalms 96:9 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Psalms 96:9 say?
Psalms 96:9 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “For you are the Most High Lord over all the earth. You are greatly exalted above all gods. ”
Where is Psalms 96:9 in the Bible?
Psalms 96:9 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Psalms, chapter 96, verse 9.
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 96:9.
What translation should I read Psalms 96:9 in?
Psalms 96:9 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 96:9?
Psalms 96:9 reads (CPDV): “For you are the Most High Lord over all the earth. You are greatly exalted above all gods. ” 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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