Psalm 89:25
“I will set his hand also in the sea, and his right hand in the rivers.”
KJV
Read in Psalm 89Meaning
The language communicates wide royal dominion within the idealized covenant portrait.
The Davidic king and covenant promise
God's election, strengthening, father-son language, and enduring covenant with David are rehearsed.
Read carefully
It uses royal poetic imagery and is not a present-day territorial charter.
Reflection
Distinguish ancient royal poetry from modern territorial programs.