Psalms 96:4
Psalms 96:4
“For the LORD is great, and greatly to be praised: he is to be feared above all gods.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Context
The psalm affirms God's absolute superiority over all other beings.
What Does Psalms 96:4 Mean?
The psalm affirms God's absolute superiority over all other beings and powers known to humanity. His greatness is not merely theoretical but demonstrated in His works and warrants the highest degree of praise and worship.
To be 'feared above all gods' acknowledges His unique authority and supremacy. True praise and devotion spring from genuine recognition of His incomparable power, wisdom, and majesty compared to all other powers or claims to authority.