Psalms 68:34 Meaning and Explanation
“Ascribe ye strength unto God: his excellency is over Israel, and his strength is in the clouds.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →Ascribe strength to God; his excellence reigns over Israel and is seen in the clouds.
The Context of Psalms 68:34
Call to ascribe all strength and majesty to God.
What Does Psalms 68:34 Mean?
A call to acknowledge and proclaim God's might: 'Ascribe ye strength unto God' means recognize and declare that power belongs to him alone. His 'excellency' (majesty, superiority) is visibly over Israel—manifested in Israel's covenant status and restoration. His strength appears in the clouds, a poetic image suggesting his visible power in weather and natural phenomena.
The verse combines acknowledgment of God's transcendent power (in the clouds) with his manifest presence and commitment to Israel. His strength is both cosmic and covenantal—revealed in nature and in his chosen people's experience.
Psalms 68:34 in the Original Language
גְבוּרוֹת (gəbûrôt), 'strength'—plural form suggesting mighty deeds and powerful manifestations of divine will.
Frequently Asked Questions About Psalms 68:34
What does Psalms 68:34 mean?
Ascribe strength to God; his excellence reigns over Israel and is seen in the clouds.
What is the context of Psalms 68:34?
Call to ascribe all strength and majesty to God.