Psalms 108:5
Psalms 108:5
“Be thou exalted, O God, above the heavens: and thy glory above all the earth;”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →A prayer that God's supremacy be acknowledged above all creation.
Context
Prayer for universal recognition of God's supremacy and glory.
What Does Psalms 108:5 Mean?
To exalt means to lift up and honor. The psalmist prays not for God to become greater but for His greatness to be recognized and established—above heavens and over all earth. This is a plea for proper alignment: all things should acknowledge His supremacy.
The dual appeal (above heavens, above earth) covers the entire cosmos, leaving no realm outside God's rightful dominion. This prayer reflects the conviction that true order comes only when God occupies His rightful place at the apex of all authority.