Psalm 68:31
βPrinces shall come out of Egypt; Ethiopia shall soon stretch out her hands unto God.β
KJV
Read in Psalm 68Meaning
The poem's horizon widens beyond Israel toward neighboring and distant peoples.
Strength, temple, kings, and nations
The prayer asks God to display strength while rulers and distant peoples are drawn toward worship rather than domination.
Read carefully
It widens worship beyond Israel rather than authorizing cultural domination.
Reflection
Honor voluntary response, local dignity, and cultural particularity.