Psalms 68:15
Psalms 68:15 in Multiple Translations
A mountain of God is Mount Bashan; a mountain of many peaks is Mount Bashan.
The hill of God is as the hill of Bashan; an high hill as the hill of Bashan.
A mountain of God is the mountain of Bashan; A high mountain is the mountain of Bashan.
A hill of God is the hill of Bashan; a hill with high tops is the hill of Bashan.
“Mountain of God,” Mount Bashan, with your many high peaks, Mount Bashan,
The mountaine of God is like the mountaine of Bashan: it is an high Mountaine, as mount Bashan.
A hill of God [is] the hill of Bashan, A hill of heights [is] the hill of Bashan.
The mountains of Bashan are majestic mountains. The mountains of Bashan are rugged.
The hill of God is as the hill of Bashan; a high hill as the hill of Bashan.
Draw me out of the mire, that I may not stick fast: deliver me from them that hate me, and out of the deep waters.
There is a very high mountain in the Bashan region, a mountain which has many peaks.
Berean Amplified Bible — Psalms 68:15
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Psalms 68:15 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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בְּ/פָ֘רֵ֤שׂ
שַׁדַּ֓י
מְלָ֘כִ֤ים
בָּ֗/הּ
תַּשְׁלֵ֥ג
בְּ/צַלְמֽוֹן
בְּ/פָ֘רֵ֤שׂ
pâras
H6566
to spread
Prep | V-Piel-Inf-a
שַׁדַּ֓י
Shadday
H7706
Almighty
N-proper
מְלָ֘כִ֤ים
melek
H4428
King's
N-mp
בָּ֗/הּ
Prep | Suff
תַּשְׁלֵ֥ג
shâlag
H7949
to snow
V-Hiphil-Imperf-3fs
בְּ/צַלְמֽוֹן
Tsalmôwn
H6756
Zalmon
Prep | N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — Psalms 68:15
בְּ/פָ֘רֵ֤שׂ
pâras
H6566
"to spread"
Prep | V-Piel-Inf-a
This word means to spread or break something apart, like scattering or stretching out. It is used to describe physical and figurative actions in the Bible.
Definition: 1) to spread, spread out, stretch, break in pieces 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to spread out, display 1a2) to spread over 1b) (Niphal) to be scattered, be spread out 1c) (Piel) 1c1) to spread out 1c1) to scatter
Usage: Occurs in 66 OT verses. KJV: break, chop in pieces, lay open, scatter, spread (abroad, forth, selves, out), stretch (forth, out). See also: Exodus 9:29; Psalms 44:21; Psalms 68:15.
שַׁדַּ֓י
Shadday
H7706
"Almighty"
N-proper
Shadday means Almighty, referring to God's great power. It is another name for the Lord, emphasizing His strength and might. This name is used in the Bible to describe God's power and authority.
Definition: Shaddai, the Almighty (God) Another name of ye.ho.vah (יהוה "LORD" H3068G) This name means almighty, most powerful
Usage: Occurs in 48 OT verses. KJV: Almighty. See also: Genesis 17:1; Job 22:25; Psalms 68:15.
מְלָ֘כִ֤ים
melek
H4428
"King's"
N-mp
This word refers to a king or royal person, like King David or King Saul. It can also describe something related to a king, like the King's Valley in Genesis. The Bible often uses this word to talk about the rulers of Israel.
Definition: King's (Valley) (Gen.14.17)
Usage: Occurs in 1919 OT verses. KJV: king, royal. See also: Genesis 14:1; Joshua 10:39; 1 Samuel 16:1.
בָּ֗/הּ
""
Prep | Suff
תַּשְׁלֵ֥ג
shâlag
H7949
"to snow"
V-Hiphil-Imperf-3fs
This verb means 'to snow', describing something as white as snow, like the snow in the book of Job. It's often used to describe purity or cleanliness.
Definition: (Hiphil) to snow, be as snow
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: be as snow. See also: Psalms 68:15.
בְּ/צַלְמֽוֹן
Tsalmôwn
H6756
"Zalmon"
Prep | N-proper
Zalmon, meaning shady, was a place in Palestine and also the name of one of King David's warriors, known for his bravery, as mentioned in 2 Samuel 23:28.
Definition: Zalmon = "shady" a wooded hill in Samaria near Shechem Another name of e.val (עֵיבָל "(Mount )Ebal" H5858C)
Usage: Occurs in 3 OT verses. KJV: Zalmon. See also: Judges 9:48; 2 Samuel 23:28; Psalms 68:15.
Study Notes — Psalms 68:15
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- Context
- Cross References
- Psalms 68:15 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Psalms 68:15
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 68:15
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 68:15
- Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 68:15
- Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 68:15
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 68:15
- Cambridge Bible on Psalms 68:15
- Barnes' Notes on Psalms 68:15
- Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 68:15
- Sermons on Psalms 68:15
Context — God’s Enemies Are Scattered
13Though you lie down among the sheepfolds, the wings of the dove are covered with silver, and her feathers with shimmering gold.”
14When the Almighty scattered the kings in the land, it was like the snow falling on Zalmon.
15A mountain of God is Mount Bashan; a mountain of many peaks is Mount Bashan.
16Why do you gaze in envy, O mountains of many peaks? This is the mountain God chose for His dwelling, where the LORD will surely dwell forever. 17The chariots of God are tens of thousands— thousands of thousands are they; the Lord is in His sanctuary as He was at Sinai.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Psalms 87:1–2 | He has founded His city on the holy mountains. The LORD loves the gates of Zion more than all the dwellings of Jacob. |
| 2 | Psalms 78:68–69 | But He chose the tribe of Judah, Mount Zion, which He loved. He built His sanctuary like the heights, like the earth He has established forever. |
| 3 | Deuteronomy 3:10 | all the cities of the plateau, all of Gilead, and all of Bashan as far as the cities of Salecah and Edrei in the kingdom of Og. |
| 4 | Psalms 2:6 | “I have installed My King on Zion, upon My holy mountain.” |
| 5 | Micah 7:14 | Shepherd with Your staff Your people, the flock of Your inheritance. They live alone in a woodland, surrounded by pastures. Let them graze in Bashan and Gilead, as in the days of old. |
| 6 | Isaiah 2:2–3 | In the last days the mountain of the house of the LORD will be established as the chief of the mountains; it will be raised above the hills, and all nations will stream to it. And many peoples will come and say: “Come, let us go up to the mountain of the LORD, to the house of the God of Jacob. He will teach us His ways so that we may walk in His paths.” For the law will go forth from Zion, and the word of the LORD from Jerusalem. |
Psalms 68:15 Summary
[This verse, Psalm 68:15, describes Mount Bashan as a mountain of God, emphasizing God's power and majesty, similar to what we see in Psalm 93:1-5, where God's strength and power are highlighted. The fact that Mount Bashan is called a mountain of many peaks shows us that God's creation is full of beauty and wonder, as also seen in Psalm 8:3-9, where the majesty of God's creation is praised. This verse reminds us that God is the one who chooses where He will dwell, and that He is present in His creation, as seen in Acts 17:24-28, where God's presence and power are emphasized.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of Mount Bashan in Psalm 68:15?
Mount Bashan is referred to as a mountain of God, indicating its importance in the biblical narrative, as seen in Psalm 68:15, and is also mentioned in other scriptures such as Deuteronomy 3:10 and Joshua 12:5, highlighting its strategic location and natural abundance.
Why is Mount Bashan described as a mountain of many peaks?
The description of Mount Bashan as a mountain of many peaks in Psalm 68:15 emphasizes its grandeur and majesty, much like the description of God's creation in Psalm 104:10-13, where the beauty and complexity of nature are attributed to God's power and wisdom.
How does this verse relate to the rest of the chapter?
Psalm 68:15 is part of a larger passage that describes God's power and majesty, as seen in the defeat of kings in Psalm 68:14 and the presence of God in His sanctuary in Psalm 68:17, emphasizing God's sovereignty over all creation, as also seen in Isaiah 40:22-26.
What does this verse teach us about God's character?
This verse teaches us about God's majesty and power, as well as His ability to choose and dwell in specific places, such as Mount Bashan, as mentioned in Psalm 68:16, and also in other scriptures like Exodus 15:13 and Exodus 25:8, highlighting His sovereign will and presence in the world.
Reflection Questions
- How does the description of Mount Bashan as a mountain of God challenge or inspire my understanding of God's power and majesty?
- In what ways do I see God's presence and majesty in the natural world around me, as described in Psalm 19:1-6?
- How can I apply the concept of God's sovereignty over creation to my everyday life, as seen in Colossians 1:15-20?
- What does this verse teach me about the importance of reverence and awe in my relationship with God, as also seen in Hebrews 12:28-29?
Gill's Exposition on Psalms 68:15
The hill of God [is as] the hill of Bashan,.... The church is the hill of God, an excellent and supereminent one, and in which he dwells, as is said in Psalms 68:16; called an hill for its
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 68:15
The hill of God is as the hill of Bashan; an high hill as the hill of Bashan. -God has chosen Zion whereon to dwell forever, with His countless chariots, in spite of all the resistance of the pagan.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 68:15
The hill of God, i.e. of Zion, the seat of God’ s ark. As the hill of Bashan; equal to it, to wit, in height, as the next clause explains it; which yet is not to be understood of an external and visible height, for Zion was a low and little hill, and Bashan a very high hill; but of its spiritual height, or exaltation, in regard of the glorious privileges of God’ s presence, and worship, and blessing conferred upon it, in which respect the mountain of the Lord’ s house is said to be established on the top of the mountains, and exalted above the hills, .
Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 68:15
Psalms 68:15 The hill of God [is as] the hill of Bashan; an high hill [as] the hill of Bashan.Ver. 15. The hill of God is as the hill of Bashan] Bashan was fat and fertile, but Sion was better; because the place where God’ s honour dwelled, any relation to whom doth greatly ennoble any place or person: so Genesis 17:21-22, Ishmael have I blessed, twelve princes shall he beget; but my covenant will I establish with Isaac. Since thou hast been precious in my sight, thou hast been honourable, Isaiah 43:4.
Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 68:15
(15-18) A third retrospect follows—the third scene in the sacred drama of Israel’s early fortunes. It sets forth the glory of God’s chosen mountain. A finer passage could hardly be found. The towering ranges of Bashan—Hermon with its snowy peaks—are personified. They become, in the poet’s imagination, envious of the distinction given to the petty heights of Judæa. (Perhaps a similar envy is implied in Psalms 133:3.) The contrast between the littleness of Palestine and the vast extent of the empires which hung upon its northern and southern skirts, is rarely absent from the minds of the prophets and psalmists. (See Isaiah 49:19-20.) Here the watchful jealousy with which these powers regarded Israel is represented by the figure of the high mountain ranges watching Zion (see Note below) like hungry beasts of prey ready to spring. And what do they see? The march of God Himself, surrounded by an army of angels, from Sinai to His new abode.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 68:15
Verse 15. The hill of God is as the hill of Bashan] This and the following verse should be read thus: "Is Mount Bashan the craggy mount, Mount Bashan, the mount of God? Why envy ye, ye craggy mounts? This is the mount of God in which he has desired to dwell." The Targum countenances this translation: Mount Moriah, the place where our fathers of old worshipped God, is chosen to build on it the house of the sanctuary, and Mount Sinai for the giving of the law. Mount Bashan, Mount Tabor, and Carmel are rejected; they are made as Mount Bashan."
Cambridge Bible on Psalms 68:15
7–18. After this general introduction the Psalmist proceeds to review the past history of Israel in proof of God’s victorious power and of His gracious love towards His people.
Barnes' Notes on Psalms 68:15
The hill of God - The phrase “the hill of God,” or the mountain of God, is elsewhere applied in the Scriptures only to Mount Horeb or Sinai Exodus 3:1; Exodus 18:5; Exodus 24:13; 1 Kings 19:8, and to
Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 68:15
15. The hill of God—A Hebraistic superlative for most excellent of its kind. The psalmist turns to the central thought of the psalm, which he strikes in the next verse—the hill Zion, which God has chosen to dwell in.
Sermons on Psalms 68:15
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Changed Into Christ's Image #6 by Robert B. Thompson | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the symbolic meaning of the number four in the Bible, which represents communication. He explains that God dwells between the cherubim, which |
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Gleanings From Psalm 87 by Art Katz | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of measuring success in ministry by the impact it has on the youth. He cautions against using superficial methods, such as inc |
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Ye Are Come to Zion - Part 5 by T. Austin-Sparks | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of the citizens of Zion, referring to believers in Christ. He highlights the significance of the gates of the city as places o |
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Why Mount Zion? by George Warnock | George Warnock emphasizes the significance of Mount Zion as a divine union of king and priest, exemplified in David, and the establishment of a structure that embodies both authori |
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The Mystery of Zion - Gleanings From Psalm 87 by Art Katz | Art Katz explores the significance of Zion as the city of God, emphasizing its importance to God and the church's need to understand and love it. He challenges believers to reflect |
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Psalm 87 by Henry Law | Henry Law preaches about the Church being beloved by God, likening it to a secure and stable spiritual edifice built upon the foundation of prophets and apostles, with Jesus Christ |
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The Significance of Israel's Restoration by Art Katz | In this sermon, the speaker expresses concern about the injustice of wealthy individuals enriching themselves at the expense of impoverished people. The speaker believes that God w |