Psalms 89:7 Meaning and Explanation
“God is greatly to be feared in the assembly of the saints, and to be had in reverence of all them that are about him.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →God commands fear and reverence from His holy people and all who are near Him.
The Context of Psalms 89:7
Establishing the proper response to God's greatness: fear and reverence.
What Does Psalms 89:7 Mean?
'Fear' here carries the sense of awe, respect, and proper submission—not terror but the recognition of God's majesty and power. The assembly of saints, gathered before God, is the setting where this reverent fear is most appropriate and alive.
Being 'had in reverence' means maintaining proper posture and attitude toward God's presence. All who are 'about him'—whether in the sanctuary, in prayer, or in the community of faith—are called to this orientation of reverent submission.
Psalms 89:7 in the Original Language
yare (יָרֵא), 'fear' — to stand in awe of, to respect profoundly, to orient oneself rightly toward divine majesty.
Frequently Asked Questions About Psalms 89:7
What does Psalms 89:7 mean?
God commands fear and reverence from His holy people and all who are near Him.
What is the context of Psalms 89:7?
Establishing the proper response to God's greatness: fear and reverence.