Psalm 96:4
βFor the Lord is great, and greatly to be praised: he is to be feared above all gods.β
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Read in Psalm 96Meaning
God's greatness grounds worship and distinguishes reverence for him from fear-based manipulation by religious leaders.
A new song for all nations
The psalm summons the whole earth to sing, proclaim salvation, declare God's glory, and recognize the Creator's incomparable majesty.
Read carefully
The verse magnifies God, not human authority.
Reflection
Center reverence on God rather than on human status.