Psalms 47 documents the triumphant ascent of God to His throne as the rightful ruler of all nations, not just Israel. It calls for a physical response of clapping and shouting to acknowledge a King whose authority extends to the very ends of the earth.
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.
Experience the shift from local deity to global Sovereign as the psalmist demands a joyful noise for the King of all the earth. Begin your study with psalms 47 summary.
The phrase 'God is gone up with a shout' likely refers to the Ark being carried into the Tabernacle, prefiguring Christ's ascension to heaven. The 'Word Secret' is Zamar, translated as 'sing praises,' which specifically means to make music accompanied by the plucking of strings. Discover the riches with psalms 47 commentary, containing expert led word study (original greek/hebrew) and passage level analysis.
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